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The Port Authority plans to increase the fees for taxi and ride-share pickups at New York City airports, which could lead to higher fares exceeding $100 for trips to the airport, sparking opposition from Uber and drivers. The additional revenue aims to improve amenities and conditions for drivers at LaGuardia, JFK, and Newark airports.
Google Maps offers 11 underrated features beyond basic navigation, including reporting road hazards, one-handed gestures, parking assistance, sharing trip progress, customizing vehicle avatars, using AI for activity suggestions, exploring historical Street View images, summoning ride shares, ordering groceries, finding EV chargers, and measuring distances, enhancing user experience in various ways.
Uber is launching a pilot 'Women Preferences' feature in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Detroit, allowing women riders to request or reserve trips with women drivers for increased safety and comfort, with driver options to toggle this preference on or off. The initiative aims to enhance women's control and confidence in ride-sharing, building on previous successful launches in other countries.
Uber has introduced new features including Senior Mode and Simple Mode to make transportation more accessible for older adults, allowing family members to organize rides and providing easier-to-use options, in efforts to enhance independence and connectivity for seniors worldwide.
Uber has expanded its senior accounts with larger fonts, simplified design, and additional features like saved destinations and caregiver access, now available across the US and select international markets, aiming to improve accessibility for older users.
Uber has introduced new safety features aimed at women passengers, including a "Check Your Ride" reminder to ensure they are getting into the correct vehicle, a PIN verification system, and a feature that allows riders to designate a trusted contact to track their trip. These measures come in response to safety concerns and incidents involving women passengers using ride-sharing services.
The Minneapolis City Council passed an ordinance to increase ride-share driver pay, prompting Uber and Lyft to cease operations in the Twin Cities. The move highlights the ongoing debate over labor costs and government intervention in the market, with the Council's decision leading to the unintended consequence of drivers earning nothing instead of the wage they were comfortable with. This decision also impacts customers and business owners, as the exit of Uber and Lyft is likely to lead to increased taxi fares due to decreased supply.
Uber is urging Minnesota lawmakers to pass statewide legislation to allow the return of ride-share services in Minneapolis and neighboring communities, as the company plans to cease operations due to a new driver pay ordinance. The ordinance, which establishes minimum driver pay, has led both Uber and Lyft to threaten to leave Minneapolis, citing concerns about increased costs for riders and unsustainable earnings for drivers. The companies argue that the city council's rates are arbitrarily set too high, making operating in Minneapolis unfeasible, and are calling for comprehensive statewide legislation that guarantees drivers minimum earnings while protecting their flexibility and independence.
Uber and Lyft are set to cease operations in Minneapolis on May 1 after the city council voted to enforce a pay raise for drivers, overriding the mayor's veto. The ordinance requires driver wages to match the local minimum wage of $15.57 an hour, leading both companies to announce their departure. Critics argue that the measure will increase costs for everyone, while proponents emphasize the need for fair wages for drivers. Both Uber and Lyft express their commitment to achieving statewide legislation that ensures fair wages for drivers while keeping rideshare affordable.
Uber has introduced a new feature in California that allows teens to ride alone for the first time, with parental supervision. Parents can set up their teen's account through the Uber app, with safety features including live-trip tracking, driver information, and a unique PIN system. The app also includes an audio recording feature for added security. Only drivers who have passed screening and background checks can receive requests from teen account holders, and Uber plans to launch a reserve feature for teens in the summer.
Thousands of Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash drivers are set to strike on Valentine's Day across the US, protesting against a significant decrease in pay. The drivers, represented by groups such as the Justice For App Workers coalition, are demanding fair pay and accusing the platforms of taking high commissions. The strike comes after Lyft announced plans to address pay discrepancies, and drivers are planning pickets outside airports and Uber offices. The drivers argue that algorithmic pricing has led to a substantial drop in their earnings, while Uber maintains that driver earnings remain strong.
Uber reported its first annual profit since going public in 2019, driven by strong bookings in the final quarter of the year that exceeded Wall Street expectations. The company's revenue and profit were boosted by its food-delivery division, which has become a major revenue driver during the pandemic. Uber's ride-hailing service also showed signs of recovery, with delivery revenue growing 6% and ride-share revenue climbing 34%. The company's membership platform, Uber One, now has roughly 19 million members across 25 countries, generating a significant portion of mobility and delivery gross bookings. Uber's stock reached an all-time high following the announcement.
A 14-year-old girl missing from Mount Vernon, Washington, for nearly a month was found unharmed in South Haven, Michigan, after using a ride-sharing service to travel there. Law enforcement located her at a property and took a suspect into custody, who is facing charges of first-degree criminal sexual conduct and failing to comply as a sex offender. The girl had been communicating with a man online, prompting concerns from her mother, and the investigation is ongoing with the involvement of multiple law enforcement agencies.
You can check the ratings given to you by Uber drivers by following a few steps in the app. By accessing your account settings and privacy section, you can view your average rating and any 1-star reviews you may have received. Low ratings can impact your ability to get rides, so Uber provides tips on how to improve your rating, such as being punctual, wearing a seatbelt, and being courteous.
The author shares their experience of taking a self-driving car ride with their teenage son in San Francisco. The ride was uneventful and felt comfortably dull, with the car performing competently and smoothly. The Waymo vehicle had a futuristic ambiance, and the ride cost $8, similar to Lyft or Uber. The author believes that self-driving cars could become a common mode of transportation for short urban trips, as long as companies like Waymo can scale up in a cost-effective manner.