UBER LAUNCHES NEW FEATURES IN THE DRIVER APP TO IMPROVE ROAD SAFETY

Some of the new safety pilots to improve rider and driver safety, include:
· Daily reports to drivers about how their driving patterns compare to other drivers in their city—with suggestions on how to provide a smoother, safer ride

· Speed display in the app that alerts drivers about the speed of their vehicle
· Reminders to drivers about the importance of taking a break when they need it
Announcing the launch, Dorothy Chou, Head of Safety for Public Policy, Uber, said, “We believe that technologies like Uber provide an incredible opportunity to improve road safety in new and innovative ways—before, during and after every ride. While alcohol is the leading cause of traffic crashes, there are other behaviors that can put people at risk, including distracted and unsafe driving. Today we are announcing new features in the driver app to help reduce these risks going forward"