The service, formerly known as Uber Pool, is returning under a new name, UberX Share. Uber Pool was suspended in March 2020 as a way to limit the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Uber said last week it is bringing back shared rides in available cities and will expand to additional markets this summer. The service, formerly known as Uber Pool, is returning under a new name, UberX Share.
UberPool and UberX are the two cheapest travel options offered by Uber. Uberpool is the cheapest option in Uber, but it requires sharing the ride with a stranger and splitting the cost. UberX is more costlier than UberPool but provides a solo ride. This is the key difference between UberPool and UberX.
Riders can request an Uber Pool trip for just themselves, or opt to bring a friend. There is a limit of two riders per request. When you arrive to pick up a rider, you will see a confirmation screen. On this screen, confirm the rider's name and select whether the rider is alone or with a second rider.
Today, the company says shared rides have returned to nine cities: New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, Phoenix, San Diego, Portland, Indianapolis, and Pittsburgh. Like Lyft, Uber paused its Uber Pool service in March 2020 with the onset of the coronavirus pandemic.
Uber is bringing back the carpool service in New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, Phoenix, San Diego, Portland, Indianapolis and Pittsburgh, the company said.
How much should you tip Uber drivers? Similar to tipping for other services, like getting a massage or going to the nail salon, the rule of thumb is to tip 20%, says Sokolosky. So if your ride costs $30—an average cost for a moderate trip in most cities—then you'll tip $6, for a total of $36.
Uber Black matches riders with top-rated drivers driving luxury vehicles for a higher price. Whether for a business meeting or a special night out, riders rely on Uber Black for a 5-star experience.
uberX is the low-cost Uber option, available in the same Uber app you already use. On uberX, you'll find mid-size and eco-friendly vehicles with rates 30% cheaper than a taxi.
You can tip your driver once your trip is complete. Tips are neither expected nor required. After a trip has ended, you have 30 days to add a tip in the app, on riders.uber.com, and from your emailed trip receipt. When can I tip my delivery partner?
UberX is considered the standard economy-level service, which provides a vehicle that can safely transport between one and four passengers to their destination. UberX cars include regular-sized vehicles and four-door sedans or SUVs for a safe and comfortable ride.
Open the app and enter your destination in the Where to? box. Once you confirm your pickup and destination addresses are correct, choose Black at the bottom of your screen. Then tap Confirm Black. Once you've been matched, you'll see your driver's picture and vehicle details and can track their arrival on the map.