new york city
Explore NYC: 12 Places to Check Out in 2016
Here are 12 destinations in NYC that should be on your 2016 bucket list. Get out and start exploring.
Life in the Fast Lane: by CHLOE.’s Chef Chloe Coscarelli
Chef Chloe Coscarelli has taken New York’s culinary scene by storm with the 2015 opening of by CHLOE.—her vegan café and restaurant in the heart of Greenwich Village. We caught up with the busy bee to learn more about her day-to-day and life outside of by CHLOE.
Ring in 2016 with The Chainsmokers
No plans? No stress! The Chainsmokers are giving you VIP access to their exclusive New Year’s Eve show at Pier 94. Here’s how to score your spot.
Who says New Yorkers don’t like to share?
Almost 1 year ago we introduced uberPOOL—our carpool option that allows riders traveling on a similar route to share their rides (and the cost). When we first launched uberPOOL in New York, we knew we’d be facing a big challenge. Getting New Yorkers to be comfortable with sharing their rides wouldn’t be easy—especially at first. We […]
Your Holiday Season Travel Guide
Whether you’re headed for home or to Hawaii this holiday season, follow our Travel Ride Guide to make the most out of your Uber experience.
Your BMW 7 Series is Arriving Now
Today only, before it’s released to the public, we’re giving you the chance to take a spin in the all-new 7 Series, the most innovative vehicle in its class. Buckle up.
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.
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 […]
Taking 1 Million Cars Off the Road in New York City
With more than 2.7 million vehicles entering the city each day—most carrying just a single passenger—it’s no wonder New York City has a congestion problem. With uberPOOL, our goal is simple: take 1 million cars off the road in New York City and help eliminate our city’s congestion problem for good. Share a ride and help reduce congestion in New York City. Read more.
Killing 10,000 NYC Jobs, With One Taxi-Backed Bill
Three months ago, the New York City taxi industry put forward a proposal to cap Uber’s growth and limit competition in the marketplace. Now, City Council is considering legislation that would stop thousands of drivers from joining the Uber platform, under the guise of controlling congestion in the city. Learn more here.
