> Unlike in New York, where regulations and the density of the city core have partially shielded yellow cabs from the effects of competition from ride-hailing c

> Unlike in New York, where regulations and the density of the city core have partially shielded yellow cabs from the effects of competition from ride-hailing companies, the taxi industries in Chicago and other cities have been devastated by Uber and Lyft. Chicago resident here, the change didn't feel devastating to consumers and the drivers I talk to who used to drive Taxis much prefer driving for Uber/Lyft.