Published inUber Under the HoodUnderstanding Upfront FaresThe way drivers earn with Uber has changed over the years. When Uber first launched in 2010, riders found out what they were paying when a…Oct 7A response icon3Oct 7A response icon3
Published inUber Under the HoodUnderstanding the Harmful Impact of Seattle’s Deactivation OrdinanceIn January 2025, Seattle became the first — and only — jurisdiction in the U.S. to prohibit deactivations based solely on customer ratings.Oct 1Oct 1
Published inUber Under the HoodNew Evidence on How Platform Work Helps Americans Manage Economic StrainNew insights into how platform work can be an option for many Americans, bringing flexible earning opportunities when they need them most.Jul 2A response icon2Jul 2A response icon2
Published inUber Under the HoodUnpacking California’s Rideshare Insurance Rules: A New Study Reveals a Path to Fairer FaresShedding light on a significant fare element: the unique and costly insurance mandates placed on ridesharing in the Golden State.Jun 10A response icon2Jun 10A response icon2
Published inUber Under the HoodThe Power of Pricing: Balancing Rider Expectations And Driver NeedsSummary:Apr 3A response icon3Apr 3A response icon3
Why Drivers May See Slightly Different Fares for Similar TripsRecently, a group of Uber and Lyft drivers noticed something curious: fares offered for similar trips weren’t identical. They did indeed…Feb 3Feb 3
Published inUber Under the HoodThe Cost Landscape For U.S. DriversRising inflation in the wake of the pandemic created a national cost of living crisis that reshaped the financial realities of many…Jan 27A response icon1Jan 27A response icon1
Excessive rates and their negative effects: A review of Minnesota’s proposed pay standardMinnesota DLI released a new report on rideshare driver pay. We examine the methodology with a focus on expenses and benefits.Mar 30, 2024Mar 30, 2024
Published inUber Under the HoodThe Impact of Seattle’s Driver and Courier Pay RegulationsIn 2020 the city of Seattle passed the Fare Share ordinance which set minimum compensation for rideshare drivers; in 2022, they followed…Feb 23, 2024Feb 23, 2024
Published inUber Under the HoodApp-based earnings help Americans keep pace with rising cost of living, amid economy concernsNational trends show that Americans are worried about higher prices and their financial wellbeing, and that more people are taking on…Feb 13, 2024Feb 13, 2024
