Uber will let drivers see how much they make from rides before accepting them
The tech start-up plans to release the feature in 30 locations sometime in August.
Uber defied taxi laws and upended workers' rights, investigative report found
The report revealed Sunday revealed the extraordinary lengths Uber undertook to establish itself in nearly 30 countries.
Uber to expand ride reservation feature at airports ahead of busy summer travel season
Uber Reserve, which allows users to book rides up to 30 days in advance and automatically adjusts reservation times based on flight information, is expanding to 39 U.S. airports.
Dashcam: Phoenix Uber driver assaulted by customer – suspect turns himself in
A man is under arrest after he reportedly assaulted a ride-share driver in Phoenix, and the attack was caught on camera.
Grandma’s teeth, pet ashes: Uber releases 2022 lost and found index
It’s the sixth annual detailing of some of the most interesting and unusual items passengers mistakenly left behind.
Lyft, Uber drop mask requirements for riders and drivers
Uber, which had mandated masks since May of 2020, said Tuesday that both riders and drivers will no longer be required to wear them.
Uber, Lyft criticized for surge pricing after Brooklyn subway shooting
Both Uber and Lyft later said that surge pricing had been disabled and the companies would work to refund any customers who experienced "unintended charges."
I-95 shutdown: Uber rider trapped in traffic slammed with $600 bill
Andrew Peters returned home, like hundreds of others trapped for hours on I-95 in Virginia Tuesday, to a $600 bill from Uber.
Uber driver stranded on I-95 buys teen passenger hotel room, offered new job
Uber driver DaVante Williams was stranded with a teenage passenger for hours on the snowy I-95 and is being praised for going “above and beyond” to get her home safe.
Uber unveils new audio recording feature during rides as part of safety enhancements
The new audio recording is one of three new safety initiatives Uber is starting. The company will also roll out audible seat belt alerts and RideCheck Enhancements.
'It's disturbing,' Investigation underway after Uber driver accused of sexually assaulting Houston teen
A 15 year old Houston girl says an Uber driver took her to an isolated area and sexually assaulted her. The driver is now charged with Sexual Assault of a Child.
Uber putting $250M toward boosting driver incentives, enticing new recruits
Uber is dedicating $250 million to enticing potential new employees and offering better incentives to current drivers.
2nd suspect from viral Uber video surrenders to face charges
A second suspect wanted from a widely seen video showing mistreatment of an Uber driver has surrendered to San Francisco police.
Uber ‘will not hesitate’ to ban riders over ‘violent or illegal behavior’ after pro-Trump Capitol riot
Uber announced that it will send users up-to-date information about unrest at state capitols ahead of Inauguration Day and “will not hesitate” to ban users who violate its policies on “violent behavior and illegal activity.”
Uber pledges 10 million free or discounted rides for people seeking COVID-19 vaccination
Uber has pledged 10 million free or discounted rides for those seeking to get the coronavirus vaccine, saying it wants to ensure transportation is not a barrier.
Uber to require passengers to provide face covering selfies before boarding
Mask slackers will now have to provide photographic proof they’re wearing a face covering before boarding an Uber.
Uber, Lyft threatening to pull out of California by week's end
Uber and Lyft are threatening to pull out of California by the end of the week if they are forced to classify their drivers as employees instead of independent contractors.
Uber to require drivers and riders to wear face masks beginning May 18
Uber said it will require drivers to take a selfie in the app to enforce the rule.
City of Houston launches domestic violence awareness campaign
Uber providing $50,000 grant for ride services to be used by domestic violence and human trafficking victims.
State partners with Uber to combat human trafficking
This partnership is the first of its kind and they are hoping to train drivers in the ride-sharing service on what to look out for with the passengers they pick up.