Uber Targets Commuters With the Launch of Express Pool

The video discusses Uber's Express Pool, highlighting its benefits of affordability and efficiency by asking riders to walk and wait. It covers Uber Pool's usage statistics, challenges in rider matching, and compares Express Pool to public transit. The video addresses driver concerns, Uber Pool's financial impact, and Uber's future vision for city partnerships. It concludes with insights into leadership changes and company culture at Uber.

What is a key feature of Express Pool that differentiates it from Uber Pool?

• It allows pets in the car.

• It requires riders to walk and wait a little.

• It offers free snacks during the ride.

• It guarantees a private ride.

Approximately what percentage of rides in the US are Uber Pool trips?

• 30%

• 40%

• 20%

• 10%

How does Express Pool improve the likelihood of making a high-quality match?

• By providing faster cars.

• By offering discounts to riders.

• By increasing the number of available drivers.

• By asking riders to walk and wait a little.

What is a common criticism of Express Pool compared to public transit?

• It is slower than public transit.

• It is more expensive than public transit.

• It is less reliable than public transit.

• It is less environmentally friendly than public transit.

What financial incentive was introduced for drivers to improve their experience with Uber Pool?

• Pick up and drop off fees specific to pool.

• Bonuses for long-distance trips.

• Higher base pay for all rides.

• Free car maintenance services.

What is Uber's mission as it relates to transportation?

• To provide luxury transportation services.

• To make cities work better and provide transportation.

• To eliminate all public transit options.

• To offer the cheapest rides possible.

What future vision does Uber have for city transportation services?

• To run bus systems and entire city transportation services.

• To replace all taxis in the city.

• To offer only electric vehicles.

• To provide free rides to all citizens.