Ride-sharing and delivery drivers are planning strikes in several U.S. cities near airports on Valentine’s Day.
Justice for App Workers — National Coalition of Ride Sharing and Delivery Drivers — announced last week The plan is to attack on Wednesday. The coalition wrote that workers want, among other things, fair wages and safety measures.
The federation said in a press release that drivers do not have to worry about making ends meet or the possibility that the app will be disabled. The coalition is calling on drivers to join the rally to “demand change from Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, and all the app companies that profit from our efforts.”
The coalition said strikers will not ride to and from airports throughout the day in Rhode Island and the cities of Austin, Chicago, Hartford, Miami, Newark, Orlando, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Tampa.
In a statement to The Hill, Uber emphasized that driver earnings are “strong.” A company spokesperson noted that the strike will not affect prices or driver availability, adding that Uber saw an increase in ridership during last year’s Valentine’s Day strike.
“Driver earnings remain strong, with U.S. drivers earning approximately $33 per hour worked as of the fourth quarter of 2023,” Uber’s statement said.
Uber Announced updated process This includes creating a pathway for consideration of revocation decisions, protecting drivers from false allegations, and ensuring that people innocently accused of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol can drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol through the submission of drug tests. This includes helping you get back on track.
Lyft also said in a statement to The Hill that it has improved its own deactivation process.company recently announced New changes to the driver program include guaranteeing drivers at least 70 percent of passenger fares, excluding outside fees, and the ability to appeal deactivation decisions in the Lyft Driver app.
“We’re always working to improve the driver experience, which is why this month we’re releasing a series of new offers and commitments aimed at improving driver pay and transparency,” Lyft’s statement reads. states.
“This includes a new minimum earnings guarantee and improvements to the annulment appeals process. Drivers now consistently earn at least 70% of their weekly passenger fares, excluding external fees. It is part of our renewed customer-centric focus on drivers,” the statement continued.
The Hill has reached out to DoorDash for comment.
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