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Ride-sharing tech for NYC school buses

I’ve reported previously (see here) on Israeli-founded Via Transportation and its ride-sharing technology.  Now, Via is licensing its technology to the New York City Department of Education for its school bus system. Routes can be adapted to kids’ needs and … Continue reading

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Share a Tel Aviv van ride in a Bubble

Via Transportation, in partnership with Israeli public transportation company Dan, has launched “Bubble”, its new on-demand 10-seater shuttle van service in Tel Aviv. Passengers order rides through a designated app that automatically devises a route to best suit the needs … Continue reading

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Israeli-inspired Via returns to its roots

Via Transportation’s Israeli founders came up with their start-up idea in an Israeli mini bus taxi van. They now operate their ride-sharing service in 11 countries and are confident they can succeed on Israel’s roads. Passengers request a ride and … Continue reading

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$600 million funding for startups

The $350 average monthly influx of funds to Israel startups was boosted in September to $600 million thanks to Via Transportation (ride-sharing) which raised $250 million. Innoviz (automobile sensors) raised $65 million and StoreDot (fast-charge car batteries) raised $60 million. … Continue reading

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Bringing ride-sharing to Europe

Daimler’s Mercedes Benz Vans has invested $50 million and enlisted Israeli-founded startup Via Transportation to enter Europe’s ride-sharing market – initially in London. Passengers wanting to travel in the same direction will use Via’s mobile app to share a single … Continue reading

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