Shared rides were suspended during the COVID-19 pandemic, but relaunched last summer in nine major cities, including New York, Chicago and Los Angeles. The five new cities are Baltimore, Miami, Nashville, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C., with more to come.

The "Uber Pool" concept has undergone a significant transformation and is now widely known as UberX Share. After being suspended globally during the pandemic, the service was redesigned and relaunched to be more efficient and less intrusive. In 2026, UberX Share allows you to save up to 20% off your fare if you are matched with another rider heading in a similar direction. Unlike the old system, you are only matched if it doesn't add more than a few minutes to your total trip time, and you are only permitted to bring one passenger per booking to ensure there is enough space in the vehicle. In some innovative markets like Los Angeles and Phoenix, Uber has also begun integrating Shared Autonomous Vehicles (AVs) into the "Share" product in partnership with companies like Volkswagen and Waymo. While it is no longer the "backseat-full-of-strangers" experience it once was, UberX Share remains the primary choice for eco-conscious and budget-friendly travelers looking to split the cost of a ride in exchange for a slightly longer commute.