Uber brings back ride share for some Canadian cities — but under a new name
“We know affordability plays a role when people are making decisions on how to get from point A to B,” said Michael van Hemmen, general manager of Uber Canada mobility, in a statement Sunday.“This new shared rides option will provide a more affordable and sustainable experience for riders and the cities we serve.”, but the company now argues the new feature will only add an average of six minutes to a trip when matched.
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