Dara Khosrowshahi, Chief Executive Officer | Uber
Uber has announced a series of new initiatives aimed at making daily life more affordable and convenient for its users. The company introduced these offerings during the Go-Get 2025 event, focusing on enhancing user experience in commuting, dining, and grocery shopping.
Among the new services is Route Share, Uber's most economical ride option to date. It provides pickups every 20 minutes along busy corridors during weekday commute hours with up to two co-riders. "With fares up to 50% cheaper than the cost of an UberX," the company states, this service aims to make commuting more budget-friendly. Additionally, Uber plans to explore partnerships with employers to potentially include Route Share in commuter benefits programs.
To further assist regular commuters, Uber has unveiled Ride Passes. These passes offer two options: the Price Lock Pass and the Prepaid Pass. The Price Lock Pass allows riders to lock in a price for specific routes for $2.99 per month, potentially saving up to $50 monthly by avoiding fare increases due to external factors like weather or traffic. The Prepaid Pass offers discounts when purchasing rides upfront for regular routes.
For those seeking timely commutes, Uber introduces AI-powered Commute Alerts and a new in-app Commute Hub set to launch this summer. These tools will notify users of optimal times to request rides based on personal ride history and real-time pricing trends.
Uber One members can look forward to additional perks with new benefits being added, including "10% Uber One credits back when you use Uber Rent (including Turo!) or take Lime rides on Uber." From May 16-23, members can participate in Uber One Member Days, featuring significant discounts across various services.
In grocery shopping enhancements, the upcoming Savings Slider feature within the Uber Eats app will allow users to compare prices and find better deals on their grocery lists by recommending alternative stores or products.
Additionally, Uber is launching Dine Out through its partnership with OpenTable. This service will enable users in several countries to discover dining deals and make reservations directly via the Uber Eats app.
Looking ahead, Uber is collaborating with Volkswagen on shared autonomous rides using fully electric vehicles. Set for early 2026 in Los Angeles, this initiative marks a step towards an autonomous future that is "electric, shared, and autonomous."
Uber emphasizes that these initiatives are part of its broader strategy to simplify life while offering cost-effective solutions across transportation and lifestyle needs.