Coming Soon: Advantage Mode and Driving Insights

UNITED STATES, June 25, 2024 – Reliable trips keep riders returning to the Uber app. Starting next month, Uber will pilot Advantage Mode in select markets to offer higher earnings and more exclusive ride requests to highly rated drivers who frequently accept, seldom cancel, and transport riders safely.

Advantage Mode Rollout Schedule:

• July 8-11: Sarasota
• July 11-15: Austin; Charlotte; Columbus; Kansas City, KS/MO; Miami; Nashville; Phoenix; and Tampa

Uber will notify drivers before the program launches in their market.

Advantage Mode vs. Standard Mode:

• Advantage Mode: Drivers receive more exclusive ride requests and earn 5% more on UberX and non-premium ride types compared to Standard Mode. Eligibility is based on:
  • Acceptance rate of 25% or more
  • Cancellation rate of 8% or less
  • Star rating of at least 4.85
  • Starting September 2, a CMT driving score of 75 or more
• Standard Mode: Drivers receive more ride requests through Trip Radar and do not earn the 5% Advantage Mode perk.

Eligibility for Advantage Mode will be checked daily by 5 a.m. local time. Drivers not meeting the requirements will default to Standard Mode for the day.

Driving Insights: In mid-July, drivers in pilot markets will access a dashboard providing insights and a driving score, powered by Cambridge Mobile Telematics (CMT). This dashboard offers information on driving behaviors, including speeding, hard braking, and phone handling. Starting September 2, a CMT driving score of 75 or more will be required for Advantage Mode eligibility.

Cambridge Mobile Telematics (CMT): CMT is a leading provider of telematics, specializing in safe driving analytics. Their insights help drivers improve safety by analyzing phone sensor data.

For more details on the program and updates, drivers can refer to the Driver app’s Profile Hub and Safety Hub.

Financial Impact of Advantage Mode: Advantage Mode offers Uber drivers the potential for higher earnings and more exclusive ride requests, benefiting those who maintain high performance standards. Below are a few examples demonstrating the financial impact of the 5% earnings increase provided by Advantage Mode.

1. Example 1: Monthly Earnings of $2,000
   • In Standard Mode: A driver earns $2,000 per month.
   • In Advantage Mode: A 5% increase means the driver earns an additional $100 per month.
   • Total Earnings in Advantage Mode: $2,100 per month
2. Example 2: Monthly Earnings of $3,000
   • In Standard Mode: A driver earns $3,000 per month.
   • In Advantage Mode: A 5% increase means the driver earns an additional $150 per month.
   • Total Earnings in Advantage Mode: $3,150 per month
3. Example 3: Monthly Earnings of $4,000
   • In Standard Mode: A driver earns $4,000 per month.
   • In Advantage Mode: A 5% increase means the driver earns an additional $200 per month.
   • Total Earnings in Advantage Mode: $4,200 per month

In these examples, the 5% increase provided by Advantage Mode can significantly boost a driver’s monthly earnings, rewarding those who consistently accept rides, cancel less, and maintain a high star rating.