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Uber Rolls Out Affordable Shuttle Service For Airport And Event Rides
Uber is introducing a new service called Uber Shuttle to make rides to the airport, concerts, and sporting events more affordable.
Uber Shuttle allows users to book up to five seats in a shuttle from a central location to their destination at a cost lower than a regular Uber ride.
The shuttle rides will not be subject to surge pricing, typically when ride demand is high.
Users can reserve their seats up to a week before their trip and will receive a QR code ticket for boarding.
The shuttles, which will have capacities ranging from 14 to 55 seats, will be operated by local shuttle companies with commercially licensed drivers.
Riders will also have the option to rate and tip their drivers through the Uber app, similar to standard Uber rides.
Uber has previously tested shuttle services in markets like India and for corporate customers.
This summer, the service will be available to US consumers in select cities, including Chicago, Pittsburgh, Charlotte, and Miami, with plans for further expansion.
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