A union representing Uber drivers in the U.K. has filed a second legal challenge against the ride-hailing giant in Europe. This time, the union is arguing that Uber’s alleged “robo-firing” practices contravene Article 22 of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), which seeks to protect individuals from automated decision-making. The action has been filed […]
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Why real-life drivers could surprise at virtual Le Mans
Sim racers are expected to dominate in this weekend’s virtual Le Mans 24 Hours contest, but two high-profile teams are putting faith in real-life driver line-ups. The challenge will be huge but could their experience spring a surprise? The old adage in motorsport is that the first person you have to beat is your teammate, […]
Lyft will require drivers and passengers to wear face masks
(Reuters) — Lyft will require both passengers and drivers to wear masks and complete a health certification program, including confirming before each ride that they are not displaying symptoms associated with the novel coronavirus, the company said on Thursday. The move comes as ridesharing companies struggle to maintain revenues with millions of people worldwide under […]
Drivers raise $48,000 as Leclerc and Albon win charity sim races
Formula 1 stars Charles Leclerc and Alexander Albon split the race wins in the latest round of the esports charity event, as the total money raised exceeded $48,000. The Race for the World is a virtual six-race series solely organised by professional racing drivers including six F1 drivers, with the target of raising $100,000 for […]
31 drivers set for Michigan IndyCar Esports race
The NTT IndyCar Series has confirmed that former series champion and Indy 500 winner Ryan Hunter-Reay will be included in the 31-car field that hits the virtual Michigan International Speedway for Saturday’s third round of the IndyCar iRacing Challenge. While seven-time NASCAR Cup champion Jimmie Johnson will not be on the grid, after taking part […]