Uber brings back Pool option in certain cities
Uber said that its UberX Share will be an option for riders in New York and other cities, with the plans to expand the initiative to even more cities this summer.
Uber to expand ride reservation feature at airports ahead of busy summer travel season
In the first quarter of 2022, airport bookings represented 13% of Uber's gross mobility bookings, up 166% year over year and 15% versus pre-pandemic.
Big Tech urges Biden administration to allow visa holders' children to remain in US beyond age 21
Big Tech is calling on the Biden administration to adopt "more robust aging out policies" to keep more than 200,000 children of visa holders' in the United States.
Uber pivots offerings amid post-pandemic shift
Uber is ramping up its mobility and delivery features in an effort to stay competitive post-pandemic.
Uber and Lyft offering free grocery trips to Buffalo residents affected by mass shooting at supermarket
Rideshare apps Uber and Lyft are offering free rides to residents of the Buffalo neighborhood where a gunman opened fire on a supermarket Saturday, killing 10 people and wounding three others.
Uber to cut spending, treat hiring as 'privilege'
Uber reported a net loss of $5.9 billion during the first quarter of 2022 on revenue of $6.9 billion.
Lyft shares plunge on weak earnings outlook
Lyft Inc. said it would invest in the current quarter to ensure adequate driver supply and grow its ride-hailing platform, spooking investors as the spending weighs on operating profit.
Uber agrees to $19M fine over misleading riders on cancellation charges
Uber has agreed to shell out $19 million for misleading Australia riders over cancellation fees and inflating estimates of comparable taxi rides.
Uber will no longer require masks after Florida judge strikes down CDC travel mask mandate
Uber will no longer require riders and drivers to wear masks effective immediately, the company announced Tuesday.
Uber restarts service in Ukrainian capital of Kyiv amid Russia's invasion
Uber said it is restarting its ridesharing service in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv on Thursday with the goal of supporting “a return to normality as quickly as possible.”
Uber and Lyft suspend surge pricing in area of Brooklyn subway shooting after catching heat on social media
Uber and Lyft said they are suspending surge pricing near a Brooklyn neighborhood where a gunman opened fire on a subway Tuesday morning after New Yorkers voiced outrage about inflated fares on social media.
Uber heeding driver calls for help to counter soaring gas prices
Uber told FOX Business it is considering taking further action to help the company’s drivers, who are feeling the pinch of higher gas prices and are reportedly contemplating quitting because of it.
Uber, Flywheel Technologies nearing deal for San Francisco taxi partnership: report
Uber stock popped 6% during Tuesday's trading session as the ride-hailing giant is reportedly nearing a deal with Flywheel Technologies to add taxis to the Uber app in San Francisco.
Uber stock climbs on NYC taxi partnership
The surprising shift, which comes as Uber has faced opposition from taxi groups for years, is part of a partnership with taxi-hailing apps Curb and Creative Mobile Technologies to offer more transportation options for riders and more trips for drivers.
Lyft's surcharge takes effect as gas prices remain elevated
The ride-share company's fuel surcharge takes effect this week and will last for at least the next 60 days, according to Lyft's announcement. The surcharge fees will go directly to the drivers.
Uber, Lyft drivers consider quitting as pain at the gas pump grows
Uber and Lyft drivers consider quitting over rising fuel costs.
Lyft follows Uber in adding fuel surcharge due to high gas prices
Rideshare company Lyft has followed its competitor, Uber, in adding a fuel surcharge to customers due to soaring gas prices.
Uber to roll out fuel surcharge in United States amid high gas prices
Uber Technologies Inc said on Friday U.S. customers, excluding New York City, will have to pay a fuel surcharge from March 16 as the ride-hailing firm tries to address concerns of drivers and couriers hit by record high gasoline prices.
Americans reconsider driving, spending habits and their employment amid record gas prices
Americans are rethinking their driving and spending habits as gas prices surge to record highs.
Uber giving free rides between Ukraine border and multiple Polish cities
As part of its "free rides as the border" announcement, the company also said its offering free rides for staff at Migrant Welcome Centers. Uber will also deliver goods to nonprofit warehouses in Poland for free.