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Uber Matches DoorDash’s Weekly Gas Relief Payments

By Hans Lammeman | March 31, 2026

To help counter sharp price hikes that are broadly impacting fuel costs, Uber introduced mileage-based gas price relief for delivery drivers, available March 30 through May 3. Uber’s Weekly Gas Relief Payments match those offered by DoorDash.

Outstanding Operator: Golden Chick

By Bernadette Heier | March 26, 2026

Golden Chick uses an integrated tech stack and unified off-premises approach to streamline operations and grow digital ordering.

How Do Rising Gas Prices Impact Food Delivery Platforms?

By Hans Lammeman | March 26, 2026

Despite skyrocketing fuel costs and rising demand, food delivery platforms have largely avoided passing gas price hikes to consumers, with DoorDash opting instead for temporary driver relief programs.

Hoffman Returns to Driver’s Seat for DeliverThat

By Hans Lammeman | March 25, 2026

DeliverThat co-founder Aaron Hoffman is returning to the chief executive position at the end-to-end delivery infrastructure platform after stepping away from the role for four years to focus on the company’s tech stack.

Uber to Offer Grocery and Retail Coupons through Ibotta Partnership

By Hans Lammeman | March 25, 2026

Continuing its push into the retail and grocery delivery markets, Uber secured its first multi-year exclusive agreement with national digital promotions provider Ibotta. In-app coupons to hit Uber Eats, Uber and Postmates in 2026. 

Poll of the Week March 26, 2026

By Allison Olson | March 24, 2026

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Papa Johns Adds Deliverect During Tech Stack Revamp

By Hans Lammeman | March 24, 2026

As part of a yearslong effort to overhaul and update its tech stack, Papa Johns partnered with Deliverect, planning to deploy the restaurant technology firm’s artificial-intelligence-powered Smart Dispatch & Delivery management platform across all U.S. locations before the conclusion of 2027. 

Outstanding Operator: Mo’ Bettahs

By Hans Lammeman | March 24, 2026

A transformative approach to catering is fueling rapid growth for Mo Bettah’s, a Utah-based Hawaiian-style eatery that grew more than 10-fold in the last decade. 

2026 Gig Mobility Report Shows Trends Shaping The Gig Economy

By Hans Lammeman | March 18, 2026

Gridwise Analytics released its third Annual Gig Mobility Report, revealing insights into trends shaping the gig economy and food delivery industry. 

Outstanding Operator: Clean Eatz

By Bernadette Heier | March 18, 2026

Clean Eatz is building a national franchise around healthier comfort food, with meal plans, catering and new formats driving growth.