Subscribe Now

travelers today

Home » Travel Culture

Uber Improves Ride-Sharing Service With Plans To Expand Into Food Delivery And Booking Changes

Travelers Today       By    Florette A.

Updated: May 06, 2017 01:01 PM EDT

Text Size: A A A

Uber has added new options to its ride-sharing service geared to cater to market demands in the countries where it is available. These include the option to change your pick-up location after booking a ride in India and a food delivery service in Scotland dubbed UberEats.

The controversial transport company is planning to expand its services not just in the ride-sharing niche but the food service industry as well. India and Scotland have been chosen as the proving ground for these new features which will give the company an edge over the competition and open up new frontiers.

According to Indian Express, Uber in India will let passengers change their pick up location after booking a ride. This feature was already put to the test in some cities and has gathered favorable results in return.

The feature was added to reduce cancellations that stem from errors in pinning areas for pickups. The new feature will add an "edit" that will appear in the current pick-up location allowing the user to enter a new pickup address.

The company already lets riders update or change their destination in the current version of the app. This new feature serves to build up on this and reduce the stress that comes from small mistakes for both riders and drivers.

The BBC reported that in addition to their new feature, the ride-sharing service is also planning to bust into the food delivery service with UberEats. Similar to its flagship service, the app allows the customer to order food items and track its delivery.

Scotland has been chosen for the app's launch starting in Edinburgh and now Glasgow with 70 Glasgow restaurants participating. "We hope Glaswegians take to the service as well as those in Edinburgh," said UberEats general manager Mathieu Proust.

This diversification coupled with the improvement to its existing service cements Uber's presence in the market. Despite widespread opposition from legacy industries, the company is well on its way to carving its own niche in the global economy.

See Now: The U.S. had the highest number of Most Wanted properties, dominating the Hotels.com Loved By Guests Awards 2018

Tags
uber, self-driving cars, UberEats, Uber self-driving cars
© 2023 Traverlers Today, All rights reserved. Do not reproduce without permission.
Join Our Conversation

Subscribe to our newsletter

Receive the latest travel news, reviews, and more..

Most Popular

6 Tips For Traveling With Young Children

6 Tips For Traveling With Young Children

Planning for a trip takes some time, even if it's just you g

How Traveling Can Make You Happy

How Traveling Can Make You Happy

If you have never traveled before but are thinking of doing so then

Scottish Islands: The Best Places to Reside!

Scottish Islands: The Best Places to Reside!

So there are a few islands that can be found off the Sco

How to Plan a Multi-Destination Honeymoon During COVID

How to Plan a Multi-Destination Honeymoon During COVID

You need to know how to plan appropriately and

7 Tips for Amazing Campus Visits

7 Tips for Amazing Campus Visits

A campus visit's significance could not be overstated. After all, fo

4 Tips For Curating The Perfect Gallery Wall

4 Tips For Curating The Perfect Gallery Wall

Having a gallery wall brings plenty of benefits to your

Water Travel Options That Don’t Involve a Cruise

Water Travel Options That Don’t Involve a Cruise

There is something equally relaxing and invigorati

Photo by Erik Odiin on Unsplash

Things That Will Help Cost-Conscious Vacationers Save Money

There are several ways you can significan

Photo by Mikhail Nilov from Pexels

How to Make Vet Visits Affordable in 2022

If the situation is minor, you might be lucky and get away

Photo by Tim Samuel from Pexels

Know Your Florida Driving Rules

There is so much to do in the region, but we want to focus on some of

Photo by Ging Ang from Pexels

Holidaying in your own Country: Try these Fun Trips!

Many countries are opening their borders, but if

Photo by Jessica Lewis Creative from Pexels

The Best Tech Tools for Expats

Here’s a quick look at most versatile tech tools for expats on the m

Photo by Tobi from Pexels

How to Turn a Road Trip Into A Luxury Adventure

But a road trip doesn’t have to mean living on the

Australian Citizenship Test: Everything You Need to Know

Australian Citizenship Test: Everything You Need to Know

Do you want to become a citizen of Australia

Hair transplant Istanbul: Why is it so popular?

Hair Transplant Istanbul: Why is it so Popular?

Getting a hair transplant in Istanbul is affordable i

What’s Going on with Rental Cars Right Now?

What’s Going on with Rental Cars Right Now?

They are incredibly expensive, and they’re also in sh

Role of Professional companies in International Trade

Role of Professional companies in International Trade

International trade holds great importance in a

The 5 Best Wines from Germany

The 5 Best Wines from Germany

Riesling is Germany’s best-known wine, but the country makes other fi

Here's Why You Should Go Camping On Weekends

Here's Why You Should Go Camping On Weekends

There is nothing like the great outdoors –– natureâ€

The Best Tote Bags To Travel With in 2022

The Best Tote Bags To Travel With in 2022

Who knew you could pack your entire life away into one litt

7 Captivating Attractions for Kids in San Diego

7 Captivating Attractions for Kids in San Diego

San Diego is a magnificent place, and it would not be

travelers today

© 2023 TRAVELERS TODAY All rights reserved.

Subscribe to our newsletter
Real Time Analytics