Uber And Lyft Explore Franchise-Like Model In

Uber And Lyft Explore Franchise-Like Model In California

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Published 19 Aug 2020

Watch VideoUber and Lyft are exploring a franchise-like model in California.

The ride-sharing companies are exploring selling their brands to fleet managers.

The move is in response to a California law requiring them to classify their "gig workers" as employees by Aug. 20.

The model would let the companies limit their...

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Uber And Lyft Explore Franchise-Like Model In California

Uber And Lyft Explore Franchise-Like Model In California

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