Ground Transport

Despite setbacks in New York City -- which will be the largest maket in the U.S. -- there's enthusiasm, technology, and funding to keep the movement rolling.

Being a taxi driver in a city that stakes its reputation on debauchery isn't easy, but the current state of New Orleans' taxi services don't make anyone happy.

It’s not as cool as Google’s self-driving car, but it could be more useful if the transceiver that detects pedestrians, red lights, and icy roads to control speed can be inserted in cars already owned by the general public.

You can crowdsource all the data you want, but it will take an engaged and compliant population to buy in to the system to produce any kind of change.

Before sighing in exasperation at news of another travel startup, think back to last time you spent an hour searching the cheapest way to get from an airport to nearby city. Mozio’s utility gives it a shot at success, even if its ultimate goal seems a bit lofty.

Another decision in favor of NYC taxi drivers after a 17 percent fare hike this summer showing the city’s efforts to give drivers a fair shot at lucrative fares each day. Luckily this one doesn’t affect passengers’ wallets.

After so much maneuvering between Hertz and Avis Budget over Dollar Thrifty, it's hard to believe that the FTC would block the deal at this point. But, an honest deal review must take a hard look at how further industry consolidation would impact consumers.

Uber is definitely persistent but rather than blindly barreling through cities, the startup needs a breather to reassess how it can grow through preparation and collaboration with city officials.

More disruption in ground transportation services as SideCar expands its base into Seattle.

With 25 years experience tricking-out his own trailers, Michaels certainly has the expertise, but it remains to be seen if a man known for groupies and substance abuse can connect with the family-focused demo that is typically behind the wheel of RVs.