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Proposed changes to county Shared-Ride Taxi Program help some, hurt others
Community members who attended a public hearing March 24 about proposed changes to the Hele-On Shared-Ride Taxi Program left after 90 minutes frustrated, confused and even angry, with more questions than answers.
Hele-On bus, paratransit services to be temporarily unavailable because of training
Alternative transportation will be available via the use of taxis or ride-share apps Lyft and Uber.
County to Offer Free Bus Fares
The Hawai‘i County Council on Wednesday approved the second and final reading of Bill 105, which temporarily suspends fares for all fixed bus routes and paratransit services offered by Hele-On until Dec. 31, 2023.
County Eyes Changes to Shared-Ride Taxi Program
As the reliability of Hawai’i County’s bus system improves, changes to other Hele-On programs are in the works, including plans to restructure the shared-ride taxi program.
Hawai’i County, UBER Partner for Free Rides to Vaccination Appointments
Nationally, Uber has pledged to provide up to 10 million free or discounted rides to help people get vaccinated.
Uber Introduces Business Vouchers
Uber is launching a new way for businesses to pick up the bill on your next Uber trip.
New Ride Share Pick Up Location Established at HNL
Big Island residents who use ride sharing companies at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) have a new location to be picked up at.
Uber Rewards Program Launches on Big Island
Starting on Monday, March 4, 2019, Big Island Uber riders are eligible for the Uber Rewards program.
Uber to Begin Service to Kona & Hilo Airports
Uber plans to begin operations at the following neighbor island airports.
UberXL Service Begins on Big Island
Uber is launching UberXL on the Big Island, Maui and Kaua‘i on Friday, Oct. 12, 2018.
Lyft Hires Market Manager for Hawai‘i Region
Lyft has hired Rob Mora as its new market manager for Hawai‘i.
Uber & Lyft Allowed to Operate at HNL on Permanent Basis
Amended administrative rules approved on Tuesday, Aug. 14, 2018, will allow for Transportation Network Companies, including Uber and Lyft, to operate at HNL on a permanent basis.
