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AAA projects over 72 million travelers for the Fourth of July weekend, breaking a previous record. Airports and rental car services face high demand, with TSA screening 3 million passengers and Hertz reporting peak rental days in major cities. Car travel remains cheaper than flying despite rising gas prices.

Los Angeles voters decided on three ballot measures in the primary election addressing cannabis taxes, hotel taxes, and online travel company tax obligations. Measures CB, TT, and TC aim to generate revenue for the city through tax adjustments, with specific details on tax rates, expiration dates, and funding allocations.

Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi discusses replacing drivers and himself with AI, and the company's expansion into new services such as hotel bookings and personal shopping. The company is also investing in autonomous cars and exploring the use of AI in software development. Khosrowshahi sees a future where AI plays a major role in the company's operations.

Uber is expanding into the hotel booking industry through a partnership with Expedia, allowing U.S. users to book over 700,000 properties directly via the Uber app. The announcement was made at Uber's annual new product event.

Uber is expanding its app services to include hotel bookings through a partnership with Expedia, marking a significant move into travel accommodations. The feature was announced at Uber's annual Go/Get product event alongside other travel-related updates.

Expedia is offering coupons and deals with up to 75% off select trips. The promotion allows booking with or without a promo code for significant savings on stays.