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An Open Letter to the Mayor on Congestion in London

We are pleased that TfL has listened to Londoners and ditched last year’s ill thought out policies to impose compulsory five minute wait times and a ban on cars being shown in the Uber app. That’s a victory for common sense. But in light of Mr Johnson’s comments this morning about congestion we wanted to explain how Uber can help cut traffic and pollution in London.

NYE RIDE GUIDE

The bubbles are flowing, fireworks glowing and you’re celebrating the end of the year with your family and friends. Follow the tips below and the only thing you’ll have to worry about is keeping your resolutions in 2016! Beat the Road Closures Parts of central London will be closed* to vehicles from certain times during […]

TREAT YOURSELF WITH ON-DEMAND TREES

If you’ve yet to put up your deccies and the front room is looking a little bare, you’re in luck! This weekend, we’ve joined forces with Pines and Needles to deliver Christmas trees on-demand across the UK.* So, pick up a mince pie and stay inside: for just £10, we’ll bring a beautiful Nordmann Fir right […]

At 25% cheaper than uberX, uberPOOL is here and making waves

Uber London’s cheapest way to ride arrives today! uberPOOL is the smart new option that matches you with another Londoner heading the same way. Whether or not your journey is matched, you’ll save 25% compared to similar uberX trips.

Psst, London! There’s a cheaper way to ride arriving Friday

No, London – you’re not dreaming: your ride just got 25% cheaper.

Got questions about uberPOOL? We’ve got answers

uberPOOL is the smart new option that matches you with another Londoner heading the same way, letting you share the car, reduce the cost – and ensure only one car is making the journey rather than two. Whether or not your journey is matched, you’ll save 25% compared to similar uberX journeys.

What TfL’s proposed new regulations mean for the riders, drivers and the city we love

The majority of TfL’s proposals seem designed to slow us all down and stop Uber providing the service that riders and drivers love. We’d love you to take the time to give your views – and make sure we keep London moving.

How efficiency benefits riders and partners

At Uber, more partners = faster pick ups for riders = less time driving empty and more demand = more trips = more time with a rider in the car = more efficient use of partners’ time.

Luton, your Uber is arriving

Luton is the home of hat making, low-fare air travel and its very own Carnival. As of today, we’re very proud to be the latest kids on the block calling it home. From 4pm today, Lutonians will be able to request a car at the touch of a button. So, whether you’re splashing cash at […]

TIME TRAVEL DOES EXIST

Ok, so we haven’t introduced a time travel option just yet, but when our friends at Pepsi Max got in touch about Marty McFly’s drink of choice from Part II – the ‘Pepsi Perfect’, we couldn’t resist celebrating ‘Future Day’ with them and you. BTTF fans will know that Wednesday, 21st October 2015, is the day McFly […]