BEST DAY EVER: Partner Picnic!
Last week, we hosted a picnic in one of our favorite parks on the East side, Laurelhurst Park, where over 150 driver-partners and their families joined us for some good ol’ fashioned fun (and competition). Some of the highlights included a 30-team water balloon toss and an intense hour of piñata featuring some of our partners’ all-star little ones.
Neighborhood Love: Division / Clinton
From July 18th – Aug 3rd, explore Division / Clinton’s backyard in VIP fashion. Take a ride on us and your Uber receipt will unlock backstage tours, exclusive tastings and unique discounts from over 30 local favorites. All you have to do is enter promo code: DIVCLINT and head over to the Central Eastside. We’ve got your fare and itinerary covered.
Announcing UberASSIST: Expanding Transportation Options
Today, we are announcing a new platform that will allow those needing an extra hand to request safe and reliable rides at the tap of a button — uberASSIST. With uberASSIST, uberX partners have received training on the necessary knowledge and safety requirements for those with accessibility needs.
July Fourth #UberProTips
Happy Independence Day, Portland! There’s no need to get behind the wheel this weekend. It’s easier to enjoy the celebration when a safe ride home is one tap away. Since we began operating in Portland in April, we’ve seen that demand for rides spikes as bars shut down. To keep Portland’s streets safer this 4th […]
Introducing UberXL: Our Low cost SUV option
We are excited to launch our newest car type – uberXL! With room for your whole entourage (up to six passengers), uberXL is comfy, convenient and low-cost. You can expect pickups from Toyota Highlanders, Acura MDXs, and Honda Pilots, among others. uberX uberXL Base Fare $1.50 $3 Per Minute $0.30 $.35 Per Mile $1.55 $2.55 Minimum Fare […]
Neighborhood Love: Central Eastside Edition
To tap into everyone’s inner urban explorer, we’ve teamed up with Venture Portland to offer free rides to the Central Eastside from June 26th – July 13th. By showing an Uber ride receipt, you’ll unlock backstage tours, exclusive tastings and unique discounts from over 30 local favorites.
“Heeey you guys!” The Goonies turn 30.
When Oregonians think of weekend getaways, there’s nothing like blasting to the past with a two-hour trip out to Astoria and Cannon Beach, the home of the Goonies. You won’t find a pirate ship here (let us know if you do), but you will find the familiar homes, shops and forested hills from our favorite childhood classic that refuses to “say die”. To celebrate the Goonies’ 30th anniversary, we’ve rounded up a tour of Goonieville that you won’t want to miss.
UberPEDAL: From Two Wheels To Four
Whether you’re not able to ride because of a flat, a torrential downpour, or consuming one too many beers, Uber now has you covered. At the touch of a button and a $5 surcharge, you can request an uberX equipped with a Saris bike rack (fits up to two bicycles), and in minutes your car will arrive, ready to take you and your bike where you need to go!
Ensuring Uber Is the Most Reliable Choice
We’re committed to ensuring riders have a safe, reliable and hassle-free way to move around the city. While we strive for this level of service to happen around the clock, sometimes we see such high demand that the number of available cars gets tight. Think back to those times waiting on Burnside after a Timbers […]
Uber Pick Up at Portland International Airport
Roll out the #PDXcarpet. You can now officially get a ride to and from the Portland International Airport. Traveling can be a stressful experience, but getting to and from the airport shouldn’t have to be.
