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 271Jan 271
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
Understanding Uber’s Share of Driver EarningsUber achieved several important financial milestones in 2023, generating our first operating profit and billions in free cash flow so far…Dec 19, 202312Dec 19, 202312
Published inUber Under the HoodUnpacking congestion: causes, impacts, and solutionsUber’s mission is to reimagine the way the world moves for the better. But the world moves a lot more slowly when high levels of traffic…Jun 2, 20221Jun 2, 20221
Published inUber Under the HoodAdditional research shows Uber’s role in reducing drunk driving nationwideBy: Kristin Smith, Head of Global Road Safety PolicyJul 29, 2021Jul 29, 2021
Published inUber Under the HoodNew Research shows Uber’s role in reducing drunk drivingBy Kristin Smith, Head of Global Road Safety PolicyJun 9, 2021Jun 9, 2021
Published inUber Under the HoodUber Joins Road Safety Advocates in Calling for National Vision Zero CommitmentBy Kristin Smith, Head of Global Road Safety PolicyFeb 2, 2021Feb 2, 2021