Uber expands to cannabis delivery in Canada November 22, 2021 Uber's delivery and takeout unit has partnered with cannabis retailer Tokyo Smoke to allow online cannabis orders through Uber Eats in Ontario, Canada, a company spokesperson told Reuters.
Uber begins crackdown on driver cancellations November 21, 2021 Uber is to start blocking drivers who repeatedly cancel on passengers amid growing frustration with the app.
TfL grants Uber 30-month licence to operate in London March 26, 2022 Transport for London (TfL) has granted Uber a 30-month licence to operate in the capital, the company announced today. “We’re delighted to announce TfL has granted Uber a new 30 month licence in London,” Uber said in a tweet this morning. “TfL rightly holds our industry to the highest regulatory and safety standards and we [...]
Uber lists New York cabs on app as driver shortage continues March 24, 2022 Uber agreed a mega deal to list all New York City taxis on its app this morning, helping address the shortage of drivers in the city and buffering taxi usage. The agreement was announced by Creative Mobile Technologies, which makes apps for the city’s yellow cabs, and Curb, a ride-hailing app for licensed taxi and [...]
Uber offers discounts up to 50 per cent to celebrate opening of Elizabeth line May 23, 2022 Uber has announced it will offer discounted fares to celebrate tomorrow’s opening of the long-awaited Elizabeth line. Running for the first 500 trips on a first come first served basis, the ELIZABETHLINE promotional code will cover trips to Elizabeth line stations, including Paddington, Tottenham Court Road and Canary Wharf. “The Tube is an iconic part [...]
Uber CEO: We are absolutely going to accept cryptocurrency payments February 12, 2022 Uber boss Dara Khosrowshahi has revealed the global brand is actively looking at cryptocurrency transactions.
Uber and Lyft U-turn following New York shooting surge charge April 13, 2022 Uber and Lyft face public backlash after prices surged during the New York subway shootings yesterday.
Uber joins London boroughs in £5m EV charger boost March 9, 2022 Hundreds of new electric-vehicle chargers are set to be installed across north and east London, following an agreement between Uber and three London boroughs.
Going green: Uber’s fully electric option expands to all of London March 29, 2022 Uber goes green in London, with passengers now having the option to request an electric-vehicle anywhere in Greater London.
Driving seat: Uber picks up former British Airways exec as UK lead April 19, 2022 A former Aviva and British Airways executive has been selected to take a role in the driving seat of Uber's UK division.