Uber Plans To Go All-Electric By 2030 To Get Greener

Uber aims to expand its electric vehicle fleet in major US, Canadian, and European cities by 2030, with a global goal by 2040. CEO Derek Oz Rashad emphasizes the need for infrastructure and collaboration. Uber's carbon emissions are higher than average due to driver downtime, prompting green initiatives. Drivers with electric or hybrid cars will receive extra pay, supported by an $800 million investment. This move follows a similar announcement by competitor Lyft.

What is Uber's target year to have electric vehicles in major cities?

• 2025

• 2030

• 2040

• 2050

Why are Uber's vehicle carbon emissions higher than average?

• Because of the type of fuel used

• Due to longer travel distances

• Due to the size of the vehicles

• Because drivers often drive without passengers

What financial support is Uber offering to drivers with electric or hybrid vehicles?

• Discounted vehicle prices

• Extra money per trip

• Free vehicle maintenance

• Free charging stations

How much is Uber planning to spend to help workers switch to electric vehicles?

• $500 million

• $1.5 billion

• $800 million

• $1 billion

Which competitor of Uber made a similar announcement regarding electric vehicles?

• Grab

• Ola

• Didi

• Lyft