Doing the Electric Slide

Electric cab item pulled from council agenda

"...Did a proposed ordinance to regulate electric cabs get pulled from last week's City Council agenda..."

April 29, 2011 News Feature by Lee Nichols

City Hall Hustle: Low-Speed Ahead!

Council finally comes around on a pilot program for electric cabs

"...the last vehicle you picture is an open-air, low-speed electric vehicle more akin to a golf cart than a..."

Oct. 14, 2011 News Column by Wells Dunbar

Taxi Report Hits Rocky Terrain

With transportation, it's hard to find the middle of the road

"...this week to formally present his study of Austin's cab services, he was greeted with the local version of..."

Sept. 23, 2011 News Feature by Mike Kanin

How to Get Around at SXSW

Getting from airport to panels to parties without breaking a sweat

"...is your priority, then consider hailing the 100%-emissions free Electric Cab of Austin via its ">app...."

Feb. 28, 2018 SXSW Post

Austin Transportation Guide

How to get around Austin, with or without your own wheels

"...We've listed the numbers, but hailing a cab from the airport's transportation line on the lower level..."

March 3, 2017 Chronolog Post by Katie Walsh

Changing Lanes

Taxi industry braces for big changes

"...Joseph Beers has been driving a taxicab for nearly 20 years. During that time, he's built..."

May 20, 2016 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

The Drinks Issue: Guide to Getting Home Safely

Put somebody else in the driver's seat with these transpo options

"...Austin Cab Company: 512/478-2222..."

July 13, 2018 Food Post by Eilish O'Sullivan

Headlines

"...but few viewers. So far, none of the major cable or satellite providers have picked up the joint UT/ESPN..."

Sept. 2, 2011 News Feature

Prop. 1 Campaign Switches Into High Gear

As more take sides on the Uber / Lyft debate, allegations of being bought out are traded

"...going to have regulations that are being pushed by taxicab companies who are desperately trying to hang on to..."

April 8, 2016 News Feature by Mac McCann

Civics 101

Calendar of civic events, Oct. 13-20

"...NATIONAL PLUG-IN DAY ELECTRIC CAR SHOW with free rides from Electric Cab of..."

Oct. 14, 2011 News Column

Council Challengers Take Their Marks

Fresh faces emerge to take on the incumbents

"...company, Capital Cruisers, has overseen the operation of several electric-powered golf carts that pick up short fares Downtown in..."

Jan. 28, 2011 News Feature by Wells Dunbar

The Daily Hustle: 1/21/11

Everybody's talking about Chris Nielsen

"...the city over licensing his fleet of golf cart cabs operating Downtown – seemingly the impetus behind his Place..."

Jan. 21, 2011 News Post by Wells Dunbar

Public Notice: In Defense of Pedophilia

CM Don Zimmerman embarks on a new crusade

"...westbound on Sixth, and eastbound on Second. Look for electric cabs with RideScout's logo on them and hop in..."

July 3, 2015 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Twitter Flame War Fires Up Austin FC Supporters to Help the Unhoused

For Los Verdes, y'all means all

"...formerly unhoused season ticket holder who now drives an electric cab. Davis was one of multiple regular attendees who..."

Feb. 25, 2022 News Feature by Kit O’Connell

City Hall Hustle: Win, Place, and No-Show

One race, two walkovers, and games to be played later

"...the race for Randi Shade's seat is finally on. Electric cab operator Chris Nielsen and pro- marijuana, Libertarian-aligned candidate Kris..."

March 18, 2011 News Column by Wells Dunbar

Naked City

"...took an unexpected turn Friday the 13th, as Austin Cab Company sued Solomon Kassa, whose Lone Star Cab Company..."

April 20, 2007 News Feature

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...response to the acquisition of Roy's Taxi by Yellow Cab, the city created 55 taxi permits for a new..."

July 28, 2006 News Feature

Beside the Point

The future is sunny, cab drivers are stormy, and water treatment's horizon is cloudy

"...It may sound surprising, but there were some surly cab drivers downtown last week...."

May 5, 2006 News Column by Wells Dunbar

SXSW Picks & Sleepers

"...one's all in the credits of Moses' Artemis advance, Electric Pocket Radio: produced by Keith Cleversley (the Flaming Lips,..."

March 16, 2001 Music Feature

Getting Around Austin

Explore Downtown without a car and without getting lost

"...We've listed the numbers, but hailing a cab from the airport's transportation line on the lower level..."

June 22, 2016 Columns Post by Annamarya Scaccia

City to Heyride: Not So Fast

Is this mobile ridesharing app in a legal gray area or openly violating the city's taxi franchise agreement?

"...regulated by the city." (Other unconventional transit operators, including pedicabs and electric cabs, have also bumped up against city..."

Nov. 30, 2012 News Feature by Dan Solomon

After a Fashion

What a week! Stephen revels in Austin in its top form.

"...Boulevard of Diamonds & Rubies, and the air was electric. Aside from the outdoor venues, which seemed to pop..."

March 23, 2007 Column by Stephen MacMillan Moser

1999 SXSW Music Festival

"...were AC/DC! Power-chord arena rock, dictated by the band's impeccable sense of melody. Outdoors at Waterloo Park? That's a..."

March 19, 1999 Music Feature

Getting Around Austin: SXSW Edition

Alternatives to driving your car (because that's a terrible idea)

"...These easily recognizable electric cars are parked around most parts of Austin and..."

March 3, 2016 SXSW Post by Eloise Kirn

Heyride Has a Hitch in Its Get-Along

Cease-and-desist letter issued by City of Austin to local startup

"...regulated by the city.” (Other unconventional transit operators, including pedicabs and electric cabs, have also bumped up against city..."

Nov. 21, 2012 Screens Post by Dan Solomon

Music Reviews

"...A Cab Driver's Blues (Hannibal/Rykodisc)..."

Nov. 3, 1995 Music Review

Mind the Bullock

"...to Harold, the back door man, getting me a cab. Not to mention the beautiful Angela Strehli as great..."

March 28, 1997 Column

Death Cab for Cutie

"...before descending into an epic pop chorus that Death Cab for Cutie all but coined ("Was I in your..."

May 1, 2015 Music Review by Abby Johnston

Getting Around Austin: SXSW Edition

Alternatives to driving during SXSW

"...Bikes and Pedicabs SXcycles..."

March 4, 2015 SXSW Post by Casey Rochester

The Daily Hustle: 4/27/10

Sample some TDH -- no permit required

"...Items 2-6: Five eminent domain authorizations for electric easement-seeking Austin Energy...."

April 27, 2010 News Post by Wells Dunbar

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