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Ride Like a Marvel Super Hero

New York Comic Con is back! We’ve teamed up with Marvel so you can ride to and from the event–FREE.

4 Septembers of uberX in NYC

With efficiency comes higher earning potential. Today, we take a step back and look at 4 Septembers of uberX in NYC to see what happens when the marketplace grows.

Your October City Guide

Though September may bring the official start of fall, it’s during October when New Yorkers actually get to enjoy the cool, crisp air and the colors on the trees. There are many ways to appreciate fall in this big city. Read here for some of our favorites.

Behind the Wheel with Staten Island Partner, Usman

Stroll by the local basketball courts near the College of Staten Island and you might see a squad of students playing a pickup game.  It’s not unlikely that you might see a car with an Uber sticker on it parked curbside, and that the car belongs to driver-partner Usman. For the past three years, Usman has been […]

Black Seed Bagels and Violet Cakes Debut Halva Bagel on UberEATS

We caught up with Claire, an American pastry chef who owns the London-based Violet Cakes, before her collaboration bagel with Black Seed Bagel debuts exclusively on UberEATS this week.

Picnic in the Park with UberEATS

To celebrate the start of Fall, we’ve curated the perfect picnic for 2 for you to enjoy this weekend while soaking in some sun in Central Park (albeit while wearing a sweater). Learn more.

Your Guests Are Arriving Now—With UberEVENTS

Starting today, we’re taking the hassle out of event planning thanks to our new feature UberEVENTS available in beta for select riders and Uber for Business users. Learn more now.

How to Uber in New York City During the Pope’s Visit

Starting on Thursday, September 24, traffic in New York City will be severely impacted by the Papal visit and the UN General Assembly. To steer clear of the areas most affected, please read on.

Uber and Timberland Are Bringing You A Modern Adventure

On Wednesday, September 23, we’re teaming up with Timberland to take you on an urban adventure. With a tap of your app, explore the streets of NYC with a free, 30-minute journey and get outfitted with a complimentary pair of Timberland boots and a backpack to blaze your trail—all from the backseat of a custom SUV. Learn more.

10 Facts About uberPOOL in NYC

uberPOOL first arrived in New York in December of 2014. Ever since, the innovative carpool feature has continued to grow and evolve as more and more New Yorkers choose to share their rides. Here’s a snapshot of where we are today: Since uberPOOL’s launch, New Yorkers have taken 1.5 million trips using the carpool feature. Every month since launch, the number […]