Uber
The latest on Uber, the ride-share and food delivery company. Uber Technologies, Inc. was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. Serving primarily gig workers, drivers work as independent contractors. Since its inception, the company has expanded to food delivery with Uber Eats and has revolutionized the use of self-driving cars.
Uber under pressure to identity white passenger who called driver 'slave'
Uber has said that it has since spoken to the driver, banned the woman's account and is conducting an investigation.
Woman says Uber driver broke into her home while she slept: "Horrifying"
An Uber spokesperson told Newsweek that the driver has been banned from the app and the company is ready to help with an investigation.
Worker Takes 'Very Expensive' Stand Against Company, Delighting Internet
"I love this," a Redditor wrote. "Corporations rarely ever admit that they're wrong!"
Uber Driver Praised for What She Did to Man and His Mistress: 'Savage'
"I'm so glad you finally got away from your damn wife," the mistress purportedly said upon getting into the Uber.
Uber Eats Driver Says He Was Handcuffed by Cops While Delivering to School
"I'm never taking an order to deliver to a school," said Jonathan Reisig, who alleged he was detained by eight police officers.
Woman Accuses Uber Driver of $150 Scam Attempt: 'Check Your Charges'
The now-viral TikTok videos highlight a scam known as "vomit fraud."
Next Time You Go to Las Vegas, Get an Autonomous Lyft
Motional and the ride sharing company will offer driverless rides in 2023.
Man Claims Cops Seemed 'Disappointed' They Couldn't Arrest Him on DUI
"She really wanted to arrest me," said the driver, after a Hamilton, Ontario police officer ordered him to blow in a breathalyzer several times.
Internet Marvels at Uber Driver's 'Patience' With 'Belligerent' Rider
The passenger purportedly blew up after realizing he was being recorded, according to the driver's now-viral Reddit post.
'All of That Nonsense for $5.69': Uber Driver's No-Tip Ride Sparks Debate
"It blows my mind the amount of people who do not tip their Uber drivers," one TikTok commenter wrote.
'Do You Not Live Here?' Watch Strangers Hilariously Try to Enter Wrong Home
Sophia Sciascia, who owns the Ring Doorbell, told Newsweek that the drunk young woman entered the wrong address into Uber but didn't realize until too late.
Woman Alarmed at McDonald's Burger With 'Ketamine' Label: 'Please Explain'
"The fact it goes through the kitchen and then someone delivers it, that puts a bit of worry on your mind," said Emily Somers, who ordered the burger.
Uber Pool Returns as Money Saving Measure Amid COVID Spikes
The ride-share giant claims that the program is designed to add no more than eight minutes to a user's ride.
The 50 Most Outrageous Items Riders Left in Ubers Last Year
Teeth, lawn equipment, 500 grams of caviar and a bucket of slime were among the interesting reported items in 2021.
Uber Driver Comes to Rescue Transporting Injured Bird: 'Great Idea'
"It didn't take much convincing and he was on his way to pick it up," said Kristen Hampton who hired the driver to help.
Uber Passenger Alleges That Driver Left Her Alone Barefoot on Highway
"Now that (driver) is on the loose giving other people rides putting other people in danger," the tweet said.
How to Reach a Human in Customer Service.
Getting a real person on the phone to help with a customer problem at a big company can be frustrating, but there are a few tricks that work.
Uber Driver Shot by Passenger Firing Gun Through the Seat
Police said the Uber driver is a male in his 50s who was transporting a male who allegedly shot the victim in the vehicle.
Uber Ends Mask Requirements, Says Anyone Uncomfortable Can Cancel Trip
Uber has scrapped its requirement for passengers in the U.S. to wear face masks during their journeys with a major update to its pandemic safety rules.
Uber Slammed Over Pricing Surge After Brooklyn Subway Shooting
Some customers noted that Uber prices increased by nearly 10 times the normal rate as panicked New Yorkers attempted to flee the area.
Fake Ride-Share Driver Raped Woman He Picked Up at Airport: Police
Uber told NBC that the suspect used to be a ride-share driver for the company but added that he had not worked for them since 2021.
Rideshare Driver Stunned After Door Ripped Off by Passing Car in Viral Clip
"You have the patience of a saint," a viewer wrote.
Uber, Lyft Drivers Call Fuel Surcharge 'Insult' Amid Stagnant Gas Prices
More than 40 percent of ride share drivers are still driving less or have quit working for the ride sharing apps despite the surcharges, a new poll shows.
New York City Taxis Unite With Uber in First-of-its-kind Deal
Taxi drivers get access to Uber's massive customer base, which should cause ride prices to drop.
Uber Partners With Yellow Cabs, Leaving Cab Drivers With Questions
Taxis will begin showing up in the app for Uber users in New York City later this spring.
With Ridesharing on the Rise Again, Remember These Safety Tips
Before hopping back into an Uber or Lyft, protect yourself with these five tips to get to your destination safely.
Uber, Lyft Drivers Are Quitting Rideshare Apps Amid Gas Price Surge
While Uber and Lyft have begun implementing fuel surcharges on rides to help drivers, workers would still be paying an extra $13 a week for gas.
Uber, Lyft to Bear Brunt of Record-High Gas Prices, Labor Expert Predicts
Jobs With Justice's Adam Shah told Newsweek that ride-sharing apps will need to realize that their drivers might leave if gas costs aren't reimbursed.
Uber Passenger Repeatedly Punches Driver After They Cancel Ride, Video Show
The passenger attempted to punch the driver after realizing he had canceled a previous trip.
Uber For…God?
We're due for a moment of respite and inspiration, and luckily the calendar is about to give it to us.
