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As on-demand startups fizzle, Zirx moves cars for other companies, not individuals
Zirx was originally created as an app that let individuals order valet parking service, on-demand. But facing crushing costs, the San Francisco startup recently shifted its focus to the “mobility” needs of businesses. Now, Zirx gives companies free-to-use software, called the Zirx Mobility Services platform, that they can use to have their vehicles moved around in time to get any… Read More
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Luxe Is Raising Tens Of Millions In A Big New Funding Round From Hertz
Luxe is in talks with a strategic investor that will infuse the company with “tens of millions” in new financing from Hertz, our sources tell us. Our understanding is that the round is still in negotiations — and, of course, could change at any time. The Information also reported that the funding round is coming from Hertz, and said the round is coming in at a more than… Read More
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ZIRX Drops Its Consumer Valet Service To Focus On The Enterprise
ZIRX, an on-demand valet startup, is shutting down its consumer service at the end of the month, according to an email that the company sent out to ZIRX members today. The company confirmed the move in a blog post. However, the company isn’t shutting down. ZIRX is shifting its focus to its enterprise service while shuttering its consumer valet service on February 29. In short,… Read More
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ZIRX, An On-Demand Valet And Car Services Startup, Adds Three Former Googlers To Its Team
Over the last year, three people have jumped ship from Google and landed at ZIRX, an on-demand valet and car services startup.
The recent new hires include Christopher Knape, Jo Hainsworth and Richard Magee. Knape, who spent five years leading analytics and business development at Google Play and YouTube, joined ZIRX in April as head of consumer products. Hainsworth, who worked in consumer… Read More
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