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The Via Araucária app introduces a new feature allowing drivers to request assistance via video call or messaging directly from the app.

A new law regulating passenger transport via motorcycle apps in Rio Branco has sparked protests due to its stringent requirements for drivers and companies.

Uber reveals that its platform enables N6.1 billion in annual earnings for drivers in Nigeria, coinciding with a striking protest by app-based transport operators in Lagos.

Bolt has introduced a feature in its taxi app that allows women to request rides from female drivers, amidst discussions on the implications of such services.

A majority of Brazilians oppose the proposed R$ 10 minimum fee for delivery app drivers according to a recent survey by Quaest and the National Restaurants Association (ANR).

App motorcyclists in Rio Branco protested against a bill that regulates private motorcycle transport services during a demonstration organized by the union representing these drivers.

App-based drivers in Lagos and Ogun states have halted operations to protest low fares and rising operational costs.

Drivers using app-based platforms in Lagos, including Bolt and Uber, are on strike for three days to protest unfavorable working conditions and low fares.

A money-saving expert reveals a tips for drivers to reduce fuel costs utilizing a price comparison app amidst rising fuel prices due to global tensions.

Twelve app drivers in Greater Fortaleza were detained by the military police on suspicion of coordinating fraud against the ride-sharing platform.

Motorists may avoid hefty parking fines by invoking the '£20 rule' when they encounter issues with parking app registrations.

Nissan Leaf electric vehicle owners are frustrated by the planned discontinuation of the NissanConnect EV app, which will impact remote vehicle functions for drivers of older models.

A new mobile application allows drivers in Vary, Czechia, to find available parking spots and pay based on the duration of their parking.

Ed Miliband advises drivers to use an app to find affordable fuel prices as tensions rise over potential war impacts in the Middle East.

Brazil's Civil Defense has teamed up with the Waze navigation app to help drivers identify flooded areas in the state of Mato Grosso following heavy rainfall.

Taxi drivers are blocking access to the Mexico City International Airport (AICM) in protest against app-based ride-sharing services.

The National Guard will start operations to prevent Uber and other app-based drivers from operating at Mexico City's International Airport as the World Cup approaches.

An app taxi driver was briefly kidnapped by three individuals posing as customers in Quito, Ecuador, leading to two arrests after the incident.

The lack of regulation for app drivers at Congonhas Airport has resulted in significant traffic congestion, affecting passengers.

App drivers in Recife protested against street violence following the murder of their colleague, Victor Dantolli de Fontes de Souza, during an attempted robbery.

Victor Dantolli de Fontes Souza, a 36-year-old app driver, was shot and killed during a robbery attempt in Recife while heading home for a job interview.

A grassroots initiative in Estonia is pushing for all taxi and app-based drivers to have at least B1 proficiency in Estonian, citing insufficient checks in the current service card system.

A group was arrested in Teresina for robbing an app driver, using deception to commit the crime.

An app driver was stabbed by two passengers during a ride in Guaratinguetá, Brazil, prompting intervention from an off-duty police officer.

The governor of Piauí announced a bill proposing an exemption from the vehicle ownership tax (IPVA) for app drivers in the state.

Nissan's decision to shut down the NissanConnect EV app by March 30, 2026, has left Finnish drivers outraged, raising concerns about consumer protection.

A wheelchair user in Brazil reported discrimination from app drivers who refused to transport him during a ride request.

Martin Lewis' Money Saving Expert encourages drivers to use an app to find cheaper petrol prices.

Cuban drivers are forced to use an application to schedule appointments for refueling due to severe gas shortages.

Two men were arrested for allegedly kidnapping app drivers in Itaquaquecetuba, Brazil, as part of a specialized gang.

Lawmakers in Brazil are considering changes to a bill that would regulate the work of drivers and delivery personnel working through apps, raising concerns over the classification of workers and potential employment disputes.

Stakeholders in Nigeria are advocating for enhanced protections and safety measures for app-based drivers following reports of victimization and unsafe working conditions.

An app driver was rescued after being taken hostage during a robbery in Teresina, Brazil, where one suspect died and another was seriously injured in a shootout with police.

A court in Maranhão has ordered Uber and 99 to limit ride prices during the bus drivers' strike in the Greater São Luís area in response to reported abusive pricing.

Starting in January, Ezeiza has implemented a new paid parking system requiring drivers to use an app to manage their parking time, resulting in fewer cars on the streets.

Police arrested Lucas Castro Felisberto, a primary suspect in a series of robberies targeting app drivers and motorcyclists in Rio's Zona Oeste.

Volkswagen vehicle owners can now consent to share their car data through an app or website, with the option to withdraw consent at any time, a move that will soon extend to other brands under the Volkswagen Group.

Taxi drivers in Poland are seeking increased regulation and oversight of app-based drivers, but lawyers express concerns about potential over-regulation and its effect on competition.