This rollout follows similar deployments in Los Angeles and San Francisco, signaling a broader push by Lyft to diversify its transit options by tapping into established, licensed taxi infrastructure. While the company has historically relied on private drivers, this shift leverages the existing supply of medallion cabs to bolster availability in the nation’s most competitive transit market.

By incorporating Curb’s technology, Lyft aims to streamline ride requests for users while providing taxi operators with access to a wider customer base. The move represents a strategic pivot toward hybrid transportation models, positioning the company as an aggregator of both gig-economy drivers and professional taxi services.