Uber raises minimum age for most California drivers to 25 after its insurance costs rise by 'more than 65%'
Uber says drivers in California using its ride-hailing service will now have to be at least 25 years old in a move aimed at reducing the growth of insurance costs.
Minneapolis Uber, Lyft drivers want minimum wage, companies say it could be worse for riders
The City of Minneapolis is considering a minimum wage for rideshare drivers while some states have already passed legislation setting a minimum wage for app-based workers.
Uber shares sink despite first profitable quarter
Uber forecasted third-quarter operating profit above Wall Street’s predictions on expectations of growing travel demand and a return to in-office work, the rideshare company said on Tuesday.
Lyft open to selling bike, scooter business
Lyft said Monday it might sell or find a strategic partner for its bikes and scooters unit as the ridesharing company races Uber for more share of the market.
Uber, Lyft get new competition in rideshare battle
Another company is launching its rideshare business in the United States, a market that has long been dominated by Uber and Lyft. It's first market is Florida.
California court rules against Uber, says company must face employee's lawsuit
The California Supreme Court ruled on Monday that Uber Technologies must face a lawsuit claiming it should have covered Uber Eats drivers' work-related expenses.
Domino's, Uber partner on pizza ordering, deliveries
Domino's Pizza customers can now order food through Uber Eats and Postmates apps beginning in four pilot cities, the pizza chain announced on Wednesday.
NYC sued by food delivery services over new minimum wage law
Food delivery companies, including GrubHub, Uber and DoorDash, are suing New York City in an attempt to fight a new law requiring a $17.96-an-hour minimum wage for workers.
Lyft drivers are earning more pay — here's how
Lyft, whose been trying to gain market share from rival Uber, said it made improvements to its upfront pay feature to facilitate higher driver earnings.
Part-time Uber driver turned pro-golfer Berry Henson swings his way into 2023 US Open
Former Uber driver Berry Henson turned his golf hobby into a profession, Monday, when he qualified for the 2023 U.S. Open.
Uber enters car rental market
Uber’s new Carshare option, part of its sustainability effort, provides a platform for car owners to list their vehicles to local borrowers at hourly and daily rates.
Ford launching short-term electric Mustang Mach-E leases for Uber drivers
Ford is making the electric Mustang Mach-E available to Uber drivers through short-term leases as part of a new program it calls Ford Drive.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz vetoes pay raise for rideshare drivers after Uber threatens to cut off service
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz vetoed a bill that would have created a minimum wage for Uber and Lyft drivers, which had been opposed by the ridesharing industry.
Uber exec says new teen feature is safe while some raise safety concerns
Uber launches new teen feature with safety measures in place, but some child safety advocates are still concerned about the potential for predators to reach the impressionable age group.
Uber partners with Waymo to provide autonomous driving tech to rideshare users in Arizona
Uber Technologies, Inc. and Waymo are joining together for a multi-year partnership to provide autonomous driving technology to Uber's rideshare and food delivery platform.
How Lyft, Uber differ as rideshare wars escalate
Lyft and its rival, Uber, are finding two different ways to solve the same problem: offering cost-efficient modes of transportation amid the slowing economy.
Uber lets teens create supervised accounts
Uber announced multiple upgrades Wednesday including the launch of a new family program that lets teen users create their own accounts for the first time.
Uber seeks patent to 'pre-match' riders and drivers using AI
Uber is seeking a patent for a system that would leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning to match drivers with potential riders based on their usage history.
Uber expands pooled ride option to five more cities
Uber, which had a strong start to the 2023 fiscal year, is expanding its ride share program to five more cities as it tries to pull in more users to its platform.
Uber CEO says Lyft vying with Uber 'sets up a competitive market'
CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said Tuesday rival company Lyft vying with Uber "sets up a competitive environment" in the U.S. market. Uber reported its earnings in the morning.