Everything You Need to Know About Uber: A Comprehensive Guide
Discover the complete overview of Uber, including its history, global reach, services, and the driver onboarding process. Learn how Uber has transformed urban mobility and what it takes to become a driver, ensuring safety and compliance. This guide covers essential requirements, vehicle standards, and the company's broad range of offerings. Perfect for prospective drivers and users alike seeking comprehensive insights into Uber's operations and opportunities in the mobility industry.
Everything You Need to Know About Uber: A Comprehensive Guide
In 2008, two friends faced difficulty catching a cab in Paris, inspiring the idea of hailing rides via a smartphone app. A year later, they developed UberCab, which launched in 2010, revolutionizing urban transportation. Founders Travis Kalanick and Garrett Camp initiated this innovative concept, which was renamed Uber in 2011. Going global in 2012, Uber now operates in over 700 cities across 63 countries. Users can book rides via website or app, making mobility more accessible worldwide.
- 91 million active monthly users
- 14 million trips completed daily
- 10 billion trips globally
- Available in 63 countries and 700+ cities
- Approximately 22,000 drivers employed
- 50,000 military personnel earn through Uber Military
- UberCab – varied vehicle classes for transportation
- UberPool – shared ride options
- UberEats – food delivery service
- UberFreight – logistics for trucking
- UberHealth – healthcare transportation solutions for providers
- Jump – e-bike and scooter rentals
- Minimum age of 21
- At least 1 year of driving experience
- Valid US driver’s license
- Owning a vehicle from 2006 or earlier, with a clean title
- Passing a thorough 19-point vehicle inspection
- Valid driver’s license
- Insurance proof for the vehicle
- Vehicle registration from DMV
Drivers choose cars compatible with Uber’s standards—ranging from UberX to UberLUX, UberBLACK, and UberXL—each with specific criteria to ensure smooth operation and passenger comfort.
