Uber Announces New Features
Uber revealed this week several new features that will soon be available for users around the country. The company is expanding its relationship with Costco, adding Uber Shuttle, Uber One for Students at half price and more.
- Costco on Uber Eats: Costco is available within Uber Eats in select locations across the U.S. Users can order from Costco even if they are not members, and Uber says they will save between 15% and 20% compared with non-members. Additionally, Costco members can enter their member numbers in the Uber Eats app for 20% off of Uber One.
- Uber Shuttle: Uber has partnered with local shuttle services for rides to events or just commutes to work. The shuttles will have between 14 and 55 seats. Users can reserve up to five seats as early as seven days in advance, and they’ll receive a QR code ticket. Riders can track their shuttle’s location within 25 minutes of departure time.
- Uber One for Students: The Uber One membership program normally costs $9.99 per month, but it will be available to college students at half price, just $4.99 a month.
- Uber Eats Lists: The new feature allows users to curate and share lists of restaurants and go-to spots. The company shared examples like “date night desserts” and “toddler-approved” meals.
- Schedule UberX Share: This feature lets users schedule a shared ride in advance. Uber says that users will save around 25% on average compared with a typical ride on UberX. Riders can schedule their trips as soon as 10 minutes in advance. Scheduled UberX Share rides are initially launching in New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta and San Diego.
- Uber Caregiver: Users who rely on caregivers for daily support, can add them directly to their profiles starting this summer. This will allow caregivers to book Uber rides for people they care for, or order medical supplies and groceries through Uber Eats.
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