Uber to create separate business with trucking unit 
(WorldNews Business)

Uber Technologies is creating a standalone company out of its long-haul trucking business, with plans to double its investment in the unit to drive growth ahead of a much-anticipated initial public offering. Uber said on Tuesday its separate freight business, which connects truckers with shippers, will be led by Lior Ron, a former employee who left the ride-services firm in March. During Mr Ron´s absence, the company negotiated a deal...