Uber Sees Gradual Return of U.S. Drivers, Modest Decrease in Wait Times
Reuters
Uber Technologies Inc. said on Tuesday drivers were gradually returning to its ride-hailing platform, allowing for a modest decrease in passenger wait times as the company seeks to take advantage of a post-pandemic return in travel demand.
Uber said the week of May 17th marked a new record for drivers returning to the road since the start of 2021, with active driver hours increasing 4.4% from the previous week.
"With the economy bouncing back, drivers are returning to Uber in force to take advantage of higher earnings opportunities from our driver stimulus while they are still available," said Carrol Chang, Uber's head of U.S. and Canada driver operations, in a statement.
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Why Hands-Free Phone Use is Still a Danger
It’s important to be on guard against the Triple Threat of Speeding, Distraction and Fatigue. Speaking of Distraction, hands-free phone use still presents significant dangers.
Using Data to Improve Driver Safety
By Adam Danielson, Director of Sales, SuperVision
Safety is one of the fleet industry’s most critical issues as it seeks to reduce crashes and improve safety standards.
The benefits of creating a robust fleet safety culture go far beyond reducing crashes, it can also improve the entire organization while mitigating risk. Organizations have an ever-increasing flow of data that they can use to make their fleets safer.
Acquiring the data is only the first step — if the business does not act on what the data is showing, safety improvements are left on the table and the organization opens itself to liability risks.
Driving Results in a Post-Pandemic Industry
Ed Pierce conducted a wide-ranging interview with Bob White, president of Holman Fleet & Mobility, and we are pleased to feature it this week. Privately held, Holman Enterprises includes companies such as ARI, Auto Truck Group, Kargo Master, Holman Parts Distribution, Holman Strategic Ventures, and Holman Insurance.
In How ARI Leverages Holman Core Competencies to Support Fleet Customers, White talks to the state of the post-pandemic fleet industry, how their customers’ needs are driving change, and how the company's resources are strategically aligned to support them.
Last week, I had the opportunity to talk with NAFA CEO Bill Schankel, CAE, about some of the exciting initiatives underway at the organization. Our industry has always celebrated being together and sharing knowledge, and this year’s I&E is going to be truly memorable.
Janice Sutton
Editor in Chief
