Your uberPOOL Questions Answered
After 5 months in DC, uberPOOL has made quite the impact on riders. We’ve received a lot of great feedback and also came across a few common uberPOOL misconceptions that we thought we’d to clear up. You asked: How much time does uberPOOL add to my trip? We answered: Over the last 5 weeks, riders […]
By the Numbers: Commuting During the Metro Closure
First and foremost, we’d like to thank our driver-partners for their commitment to providing reliable rides this morning. A record number of partners were on the road—an increase of 50% over last Wednesday’s rush.
Updated: Things to Know During the Metro Closure
Our goal is to ensure that you can tap a button and get a safe, affordable ride within minutes. Due to the unexpected Metrorail suspension, surge pricing will be capped for the duration of the closure in an effort to balance reliability with affordability.
DC’s Most Popular Dining Destinations
It turns out a few restaurants in particular have stolen the attention of hungry locals. To find out where DC area residents are dining, we looked at anonymized trip data from the last two months and highlighted some of the top spots.
Celebrating Cities: Hacking the Last Mile Winners
Last weekend, we held a Celebrating Cities Hackathon in partnership with Deloitte and with participation from the US Department of Transportation. We’re thrilled to have hosted around 30 hackathon participants in our East Coast headquarters.
uberPOOL: Weekend Rides for 50% Less
uberPOOL rides on Friday and Saturday nights are 50% off uberX prices. Spread the word because the more people that ride, the longer this discount will last.
Celebrating Cities: Hacking the Last Mile
We’re hosting a Hackathon in Partnership with Deloitte, and the Participation of the US Department of Transportation. This event is set to empower developers to build and design solutions to help residents of the DC – Baltimore metro areas gain better access to transportation, whether they need to get to work, a small business, or home after a night out.
Uber + MedStar = Rides to a Better Health
We’re excited to announce a partnership with MedStar Health, the largest healthcare provider in Maryland and the DC metro region, to help ensure reliable and convenient rides to medical appointments.
Holiday Pro-Tip: Save on Every Trip
From shopping to shipping—the holidays are expensive. The good news? Your ride doesn’t have to be.
DC Holiday Guide
As we roll further into December, be sure to celebrate the holly jolly season before it passes. After all, it’s the best time of the year.
