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Batbold Boldbaatar, a full-time Uber driver of more than four years in Washington state, said that he considers driving for Uber to be a service to his community because it reduces the risk of someone driving while intoxicated.

Uber CEO: Company 'opens up the world to new possibilities'

By David Hutton | Mar 18, 2022

Dara Khosrowshahi, CEO of Uber Technologies Inc., took part in a keynote during the 2022 Morgan Stanley Technology, Media and Telecom Conference held on March 7.

'Uber Explore' newest feature to launch by ride-hail company

By Trina Thomas | Mar 7, 2022

Uber recently introduced a new "Uber Explore" feature in their mobile ride-hailing app.

Seattle ride-hail driver shares story of picking up 'Aquaman' celebrity

By Trina Thomas | Mar 1, 2022

(Sponsored Content -- ) Ride-hail driver shares story of picking up "Aquaman" celebrity.

Brooklyn gig worker highlights apps' role in financial stability, passion for 'communicating'

By Emily Bevard | Feb 25, 2022

When full-time gig worker Hannibal Darby was let go of his job just one month before COVID-19 concerns began sweeping the nation, he realized that summer he needed to do something to make some money.

'I can come home for any reason': Rideshare workers choose freelance driving for schedule flexibility

By Andy Nghiem | Jan 30, 2022

Workers who choose to drive for Uber often cite the convenience of being able to set their own schedules around their homes lives and responsibilities as their primary reason for taking up freelance work.

'I am getting them home safely': New York City Uber driver lists merits of the job

By Ariana Chiarenza | Jan 30, 2022

Princess Monteiro works two jobs in New York City: She's a ride-hail driver and a mother of two.

Gig workers thrive on 'flexible' hours, convenience

By David Hutton | Jan 27, 2022

For many people, ride-hailing services like Uber offer convenience and flexibility in work schedules, allowing them to juggle busy home lives with their work, which is always just a drive away.

'I could do that': Freelance driver praises flexible hours and adaptability in gig work

By Timothy Stuckey | Jan 21, 2022

When Isaac King was in desperate need of an additional car and the funds to pay for it, he found both by working with Uber.

Ride-share driver has time for work, family

By Steven Hughes | Jan 11, 2022

Imagine being able to wake up at 8 a.m., cook breakfast, and have time to relax before starting work whenever you want.

For Florida ride-hailing driver, longtime customers become friends

By Tamara Browning | Dec 31, 2021

(Sponsored Content -- ) Lance Hutchinson of Tallahassee is a friendly face for people trying consistently – and frequently – to get from point A to point B.

Uber fills the gap for gig-economy folks like this Wheatley Heights teacher

By David Beasley | Dec 19, 2021

For eight years, Eddie Terry of Wheatley Heights made his living as a substitute teacher, a job that left a big gap during the summer months when schools were closed.

Gig-economy workers like the freedom of choice such work offers

By Zachary Richter | Dec 1, 2021

Ride-hailing drivers have given up other gig work for Uber, owing to the host of benefits they get like higher pay, flexibility, and increased family time.

Ride-hail drivers find most customers easy to serve

By Karen Kidd | Dec 1, 2021

Respect between gig economy drivers and their customers is a two-way street.

Gig workers enjoy flexibility

By George Willis | Nov 19, 2021

The gig economy has grown due to people voluntarily or involuntarily leaving traditional jobs where they work for one employer and receive company benefits. Being an Uber driver is a popular form of the gig economy, offering freedom and flexibility.

Ride-hailing drivers praise work for pay, flexibility

By Bob Martin | Nov 19, 2021

Uber drivers have reported they are not only making good money with the ride-hailing company, but also enjoying the freedom and flexibility over other gig economy jobs.

Ride-hailing services found to support drunken driving prevention efforts

By Karla Florez | Nov 18, 2021

Driving services such as Uber have recently been credited with reducing the number of drunken driving incidents across the country, according to a report by the University of Texas Health Science Center.

Study shows ride-hailing services linked to decline in alcohol-related car crash injuries

By Caleb Lombardo | Nov 18, 2021

A new study has revealed evidence to show that the increased use of ride-hailing services such as Uber has had a large impact on reducing traumatic injuries due to motor vehicle accidents.

New study shows ride-hailing businesses enhance consumer safety

By Caleb Lombardo | Nov 18, 2021

A first-of-its-kind study shows that on Friday and Saturday nights in Houston, traumatic injuries from motor vehicle crashes have decreased by 24% and ride-hailing services can take some of the credit.

Uber offers flexible work opportunities

By Emily Bevard | Nov 1, 2021

When Uber driver David moved his father-in-law and his wife suffering from Alzheimer’s closer to home, he took on the responsibility of handling numerous medical appointments.

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