Ground Transportation

PhocusWire's in-depth coverage of the ground transportation sector, featuring news, analysis, interviews, research and more on car rental, ride-hailing, taxis and rail. 

Hot 25 Startups 2022: ReTravel Technologies
Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Startups 2022: ReTravel Technologies
By PhocusWire | November 15, 2021
ReTravel is an autonomous cross-selling technology designed to maximize traveler’s value. Read More
Hot 25 Startups 2022: Road.Travel
Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Startups 2022: Road.Travel
By PhocusWire | November 15, 2021
Road.Travel is a digital platform of curated routes, connecting travellers to tourism destinations. Read More
Travel industry urged to be more ambitious on sustainability
News / Distribution
Travel industry urged to be more ambitious on sustainability
By Linda Fox | November 11, 2021
A Roadmap to Net Zero report from the WTTC and Accenture says some elements of travel could fully decarbonize before 2030. Read More
Lime raises $523M round, promises $20M will go to net zero goal
News / Technology
Lime raises $523M round, promises $20M will go to net zero goal
November 8, 2021
The e-scooter and electric bike company received the capital from ADG, Fidelity, Highbridge and fellow ground transportation provider Uber. Read More
Post-lockdown - new revenue streams for travel through digital services
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Post-lockdown - new revenue streams for travel through digital services
By Marisa Garcia | November 8, 2021
Travel brands must identify and adopt the best practices of online retailers and service apps which have been keeping their would-be customers satisfied and connected during this period of social... Read More
Uber reports $2.4B loss but mobility "reignited"
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Uber reports $2.4B loss but mobility "reignited"
By Linda Fox | November 5, 2021
Uber says mobility gross bookings hit $10 billion in Q3 and airport activity is increasing in the U.S. Read More
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News / Online
Amazon to offer travel in India via MakeMyTrip
By Linda Fox | November 3, 2021
The deal is part of Amazon Pay’s bid to add value by offering more services to consumers in the country. Read More
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News / Startups
South Korea’s 42dot raises $88.5M to expand autonomous driving solution
By Jill Menze | November 3, 2021
The Series A round brings the autonomous driving and mobility technology startup’s total funding to US$130 million. Read More
Lyft achieves second quarter of adjusted EBITDA profitability
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Lyft achieves second quarter of adjusted EBITDA profitability
By Jill Menze | November 2, 2021
For the third quarter of 2021, Lyft also reported record revenue per active rider. Read More
Eco-friendly options and cost hit sustainable travel behavior
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Eco-friendly options and cost hit sustainable travel behavior
By Linda Fox | November 1, 2021
A report coinciding with the COP26 Summit found consumers often can't find or didn't realize sustainable travel options are available. Read More
The Phocuswright Conference 2021 - five questions for sustainability executives
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The Phocuswright Conference 2021 - five questions for sustainability executives
By PhocusWire | October 28, 2021
A panel this year, focusing on sustainability and the efforts of brands in travel, features Megan Morikawa (Iberostar Group), Aaron Gowell (SilverRail Technologies) and Jeremy Sampson (The Travel... Read More
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News / Startups
Chalo acquires Shuttl to boost bus travel service
By Linda Fox | October 28, 2021
The combined companies will run more than 25 million bus rides a month. Read More
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News / Startups
Tier rides away with $200M in funding
By Linda Fox | October 25, 2021
Tier plans to use its latest funding for acquisitions and strategic investments. Read More
VIDEO: Virtual interlining as a recovery and growth trend in travel
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VIDEO: Virtual interlining as a recovery and growth trend in travel
By PhocusWire | October 25, 2021
Virtual interlining has emerged as a technically efficient and strategically important process to achieve the goals being set by airlines, intermediaries and passengers. Read More
Sounding Off: Urban air mobility may not hit travel at a massive scale
Interview / Technology
Sounding Off: Urban air mobility may not hit travel at a massive scale
By PhocusWire | October 22, 2021
There is no doubt that UAM is likely to become a fixture in the world of travel and transportation in the medium to long term. But to what degree is uncertain. Read More
The Phocuswright Conference 2026