Article KHDK London’s black-cab drivers use rival app to compete with upstart Uber

London’s black-cab drivers use rival app to compete with upstart Uber

by
David Hellier
from Technology | The Guardian on (#KHDK)
Story ImageTaxi drivers in the capital are using Uber's own weapon, the smartphone app, in their latest attempt to fight back agains the US company

A bank of monitors in the reception area of the Victorian office block that is the headquarters for London's black-taxi drivers shows rolling videos of cabs blocking streets in central London this year and last in protest at the rise of rival car service Uber.

It seems a trifle negative for a body representing drivers who pride themselves on getting people around the capital quickly, comfortably and safely.

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