Rideshare company LYFT is introducing Women+ Connect, a new feature that matches women and nonbinary drivers to have a safer and more comfortable experience. LYFT’s President Kristen Sverchek discusses the catalyst for creating this feature and what regions it will be available in. (09/15/2023)
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