Uber Archives

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Uber’s Middle East subsidiary Careem hits the brakes on Qatar operations

The ride sharing application has been operating in Doha since 2013. Uber’s Middle Eastern subsidiary Careem will stop operating in Qatar starting Tuesday, the company said in a message to…

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Uber opens up for Qatar residents amid rise in demand, surge in prices

Qatari authorities relax drivers’ requirements for ride-sharing apps to address the shortage ahead of the World Cup. Citizens and residents who rely on ride-sharing apps like Uber for transportation have…

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Uber carpool may come to Qatar for FIFA World Cup 2022

“We’re currently discussing and exploring launching a couple of products during the World Cup, such as the Uber Bus and UberPool,” said Nasser Al Sharshani, Uber Qatar’s Country Manager. Uber…

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News

‘Unreasonable and ridiculous’: Complaints increase over rising Uber cancellations, extra charges

Public outrage erupts in Qatar over increasing Uber trip cancellations and extra charges. Commuters have taken to social media in recent weeks to express frustration over increasing cancellations and extra…

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The future of taxis is self-driven and electric. Are you ready?

As electric sales increase worldwide, sustainability-focused Qatar is also jumping on the eco-friendly trend. Electric car sales have seen tremendous growth over the past few years. Globally, it’s estimated that…

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News

Uber drivers in Qatar plan strike to protest new fare policies

Photo for illustrative purposes only. Credit: Joakim Formo/Flickr Asserting that they “are not slaves,” hundreds of Uber drivers in Qatar plan to go on strike from today to protest changes…

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Business

Uber launches new, cheaper taxi service in Qatar

UberGo uses smaller hatchback vehicles, such as the Toyota Corolla or Honda Civic, and has a minimum fare of QR10, Uber said in a statement announcing the new service.

Business

Qatar limo companies working illegally with Uber, Careem put on notice

The government warning is the latest local blow to Uber, which is still engaged in a labor dispute with drivers in Qatar.

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News

Lower fares backfire against Uber Qatar after drivers take action

While the company says the lower fares will create more demand for drivers and allow them to make more money in the long-run, it seems some aren’t buying into the new fares.

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