Uber, Lyft Face Driver Strikes in NYC, London Ahead of IPO

Thousands of Uber and Lyft drivers will log off ride-hailing apps May 8 in a strike meant to draw attention to gig economy wages and job security concerns. The strike comes on the eve of Uber’s anticipated IPO later this week.

Driver groups have announced strikes in at least 10 cities, including Los Angeles, New York, and London. Strike times will differ in each city since the work actions are being organized by various driver groups. Los Angeles-based Rideshare Drivers United is calling for a 24-hour strike, while the New York Taxi Workers Alliance is calling for just a two-hour ...