NC DOT app will get you to the train on time, works with Uber and Amtrak
The North Carolina Department of Transportation is testing Durham-based TransLoc's Rider app to link Amtrak with public transit and Uber.
Uber drivers in San Francisco can rent cars from Maven in test program
GM's Maven car sharing service partnered with Uber. Uber drivers can now rent GM cars for $179 a week in 10 U.S. cities.
Uber’s redesigned app is more about the journey than the destination
Uber's redesigned client, which begins rolling out gradually in November, places a greater emphasis on entertainment than functionality.
Forget about paying a percentage of each fare, Fasten drivers pay a $1 flat fee
Promising riders will pay less and drivers will make more, ride-hailing startup Fasten uses a different driver charge method than Uber and Lyft.
Up in the sky! It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s … Uber?
A white paper from Uber reveals a concept called Uber Elevate. The service would use VTOLs to transport passengers around high above normal traffic.
Uber just lost a huge case — U.K. drivers now considered workers
In a court case that may have ramifications in the U.S., U.K. Uber drivers are now considered workers entitled to minimum wage and paid time off.
This may curb your appetite: Surge pricing just came to UberEATS
Uber may have elevated the notion of "fast food" when it launched UberEATS back in 2014, but now, it's coming at an elevated cost, too.
Uber hunts for more business in Mexico with Uber-branded debit card
Bank cards don't always allow use for online payments in Mexico. Uber has partnered with Bankaool for its own Mastercard debit card.
Uber wants to be the big ride on campus, gives 4 reasons why it should be
Uber positions itself as the safe and efficient go-to transport solution for college students. On campus and off, Uber wants your business.
Cashing in on his 15 minutes of fame, Ken Bone decides to go with … UberSelect
Red-sweater-wearing undecided voter Ken Bone drew national attention when he asked a question during the second presidential debate. He has made a decision.
Are you a Lyft or Uber user? Chances are you're both, new study finds
A new report from consumer insights firm 7Park Data examines how the competition is heating up between Lyft and Uber.
Uber wants riders to know that it’s more than just a one-trick pony
Rideshare leader Uber wants the public to consider using its services for a wide range of transportation needs, from vacation travel to daily commuting.
Want an UberPool in London? Get ready to walk for it (and bring an umbrella)
Want a cheap ride? You're gonna have to work for it. If you're in London, Uber wants you to trot around a bit in the name of efficiency.
Uber doesn’t only want to drive you to shop, but also serve up ads during the trip
Uber has partnered with New York-startup Yext to give businesses a way to get shoppers to their stores. If you use the service, be ready to see ads.
Uber partnering with health care transport firm for non-emergency medical rides
Ridesharing service Uber is partnering with Circulation, a healthcare system non-emergency transport company, in pilot programs with several hospitals.
Mainstream marketing: Uber reaches out for new riders by debuting gift cards nationwide
Uber gift cards are now available for use in every U.S. city with no expiration dates or added fees. Cards are available in Walmart, CVS, and Target stores.
Uber proposes mobility services to assist older riders
Uber suggests benefits for aging Americans who use the ride-share service. Access to reliable transportation gives seniors independent mobility.
Uber’s newest security feature? Selfies that drivers must take before going online
Staying safe in an Uber will soon involve a selfie.
You can now hail a driverless taxi with a smartphone in Singapore
Grab and NuTonomy just partnered to bring driverless taxis on demand in Singapore.
Uber is letting its drivers offer their riders a solar-panel sales pitch — at least so far
Passengers may get more than they bargained for when they ride with Uber or Lyft as drivers are being recruited to help sell solar panels.
Nowhere to drive? Uber tells its drivers to relax and learn during downtime
Uber suggests drivers take walks, listen to music, and browse libraries during breaks between trips. The emphasis is on relaxation and education.
Being an Uber driver is the perfect job for college students … says Uber
Uber is recruiting college students. According to the company working as an Uber driver is perfect for college students because of scheduling flexibility.
Detroit may be the next stop for Uber’s self-driving cars
Uber may turn Detroit into its next testing ground for self-driving cars. The company is reportedly considering opening a facility in the Motor City.
Uber rescinded automated surge pricing as soon as it learned of Chelsea bombing
Surge pricing took effect automatically after an explosion Saturday night in New York City, but Uber rescinded the higher pricing shortly thereafter.
Chicago officials may ban autonomous cars
Taking the opposite stance of that taken by Pittsburgh, which welcomed self-driving vehicle testing, Chicago considers an ordinance to ban autonomous cars.