New York City seems to be one of the most regulated places in the United States when it comes to hitching a paid ride, and it’s not like that’s a hard thing to do in the Big Apple. Last week, Uber was dealt another blow when its services came under fire at a hearing held by the New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission. Under a requirement proposed earlier this year, Uber would be one of many companies operating out of the city who will be required to keep a chunk of its vehicles handicap accessible. Now it’s reported that Uber is firing back at the proposed numbers. Per the July proposal, all For-Hire-Vehicle agencies in New York City would be required to begin allocating a portion of their fleet towards ensuring that New Yorkers with disabilities were given equal access to ride sharing as any other individual. In 2018, mandates would require 10 percent of FHV fleets to be accessible and dispatched to calls, whether or not the ride requires it. This number would then increase to 25 percent by 2021.
Source: Uber Under Fire After NYC Accessibility Requirements Unfold – The Drive
