Recent News About Uber, Inc.
Uber integrates with Tesla and improves traffic prediction for better driver experience
By K. R. Nelson | Oct 16, 2024
Uber Technologies, Inc. announced two new features aimed at enhancing the driving experience for its Tesla drivers and improving navigation accuracy.
Uber introduces new fairness initiatives to support drivers and couriers
By A. A. Sanchez | Oct 16, 2024
Uber has unveiled a series of new initiatives aimed at creating a more equitable and transparent platform for its drivers and couriers.
Uber announces nationwide launch to enhance driver safety
By A. I. Benavidez | Oct 3, 2024
Uber launched several new safety features nationwide in an effort to improve the protection and security of its drivers and couriers. Many new features had successful pilot programs in select areas before being unveiled nationwide.
Uber announces promotion for teen users
By R. B. Pepalis | Sep 25, 2024
Uber announced a month long promotion for its teenage users, offering free rides and meal or snack deliveries throughout September.
Uber announces comprehensive updates to improve driver and courier user access
By A. D. Bamburg | Sep 25, 2024
Uber has launched a number of comprehensive updates to their systems, which are efforts to improve the user experience for the over 7 million drivers and couriers worldwide that work with the company.
Uber partners with Metrolink to expand transportation access
By A. I. Benavidez | Sep 24, 2024
Uber announced an expanded partnership with Metrolink to provide more transportation options and access to low income riders and those on less frequented routes. Metrolink's Uber Voucher program offers an immediate response during service interruptions.
'It was the flexibility that was important to me:' Gig worker finds freedom in freelance work
By Timothy Stuckey | May 11, 2022
Freelancers looking for more schedule flexibility and convenience may find it with Uber, which enables drivers to set their own schedules that suit their lifestyles and obligations.
Uber driver: Gig work 'allowed me to do things that I wouldn't have been able to do'
By David Beasley | May 11, 2022
According to a 2021 Pew Research Center study, 56% of current or recent gig workers cited "wanting to save up extra money" as a major reason for participating in the gig economy.
Octopus Interactive video screens coming to Uber and Lyft vehicles
By Trina Thomas | Feb 24, 2022
T-Mobile recently announced its acquisition with Octopus Interactive, which would place interactive video screens inside Uber and Lyft vehicles.
'I’ve been an entrepreneur all my life': Gig workers prefer being classified as independent contractors
By Art Benavidez | Feb 16, 2022
Gig workers within the ride-hailing sector do not want the federal government to institute laws that would take away their independent contractor status.
Chicago gig drivers enjoy occupation, passengers: 'I have no issues'
By Timothy Stuckey | Dec 5, 2021
Dwayne Bell, a Chicago-based full-time Uber driver, discussed his experiences on the job that enabled him to meet people from all walks of life.
For Florida worker, flexible gig job helps to make ends meet
By Timothy Stuckey | Nov 10, 2021
Ken Howe doesn't work multiple jobs because he wants to, but because he needs the extra income, ideally earned when he has additional time.