Consumer Reports said that the ride-hailing companies have not done enough to ensure vehicles in open recalls are being properly fixed.
On its first quarter conference call, Hertz was candid about the impact of Uber and Lyft — as well as the unrealized revenue potential.
The strike, planned ahead of Uber's Friday initial public offering, is being backed by the New York Taxi Workers Alliance.
The minimum wage mandate, approved by the New York City Taxi & Limousine Commission, went into effect last year.
Drivers who do not pass the yearly background check and continuous screenings will be prohibited from driving on the platform.
Lyft's stock began trading on the Nasdaq on March 29 under the ticker "LYFT."
The strike resulted from an Uber policy that slashed pay-per-mile by 25%, bringing the rate from 80 cents per mile to 60 cents per mile.
The zones will first be designated in the Fenway neighborhood, near the dining and night life hubs.
The ride-hailing company also reported a loss of $911 million.
Metro's board of directors is hoping that adding on a tax will discourage "single passenger" rides, and promote carpooling and public transit.