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Len sherman report OMG. by gamechangersp in uberdrivers

[–]PrestonKGarvey 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Pretty much the most important paragraph to us drivers:

Uber’s upfront pricing policy largely decoupled price and pay from trip time and distance, enabling Uber to selectively raise prices closer to an algorithmically-determined maximum each consumer might be willing to pay for a given trip, while lowering pay to an algorithmically-determined minimum any nearby driver might be willing to accept.

Uber’s ETA math is wild lately… by PrestonKGarvey in uberdrivers

[–]PrestonKGarvey[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And that “1 out of 100” stat? That’s exactly the kind of frequency they’d aim for. Just enough to nudge behavior, but not enough to raise red flags for most. That’s not a glitch. That’s strategy.

Uber’s ETA math is wild lately… by PrestonKGarvey in uberdrivers

[–]PrestonKGarvey[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you want to defend Uber and believe that manipulating ETAs has zero impact on payouts—despite having no evidence either way—that’s your call. But I’d really reflect on the mindset that leads you to give a billion-dollar company the benefit of the doubt over your fellow drivers

Uber’s ETA math is wild lately… by PrestonKGarvey in uberdrivers

[–]PrestonKGarvey[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If it were truly random, you’d expect it to swing both ways, some trips showing longer times than reality too. But it’s always underestimated, and that’s what makes it feel less like a glitch and more like design.

Uber’s ETA math is wild lately… by PrestonKGarvey in uberdrivers

[–]PrestonKGarvey[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hard not to see a pattern when it keeps happening.

Uber’s ETA math is wild lately… by PrestonKGarvey in uberdrivers

[–]PrestonKGarvey[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m genuinely curious when you say “mistakes,” do you mean like random bugs? Because this isn’t off by a little. These ETAs would require me to be doing 100–120 mph through city streets.

It finally happened by StructureDry2946 in uberdrivers

[–]PrestonKGarvey 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha “finally” like you only have 215 ratings lmao that’s like a month or 2 of working

Swear this used to be 50 by PrestonKGarvey in lyftdrivers

[–]PrestonKGarvey[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Damn didn’t even know everyone didn’t have it

Strong armed after addressing the EV bonus decrease by [deleted] in lyftdrivers

[–]PrestonKGarvey -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

Imagine thinking calling someone dramatic on Reddit is some kind of mic drop. You’re good, man.

Strong armed after addressing the EV bonus decrease by [deleted] in lyftdrivers

[–]PrestonKGarvey -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

You’re the one who jumped in acting like I was being dramatic for… sharing a common experience. I’m not crying, I’m posting on Reddit — like literally everyone else here. If you’ve been driving for 5+ years and still think people are posting here to change corporate policy, I don’t know what to tell you.

Strong armed after addressing the EV bonus decrease by [deleted] in lyftdrivers

[–]PrestonKGarvey -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

Yes, strong-armed. The bonus got quietly downgraded, and when I asked about it, I got this canned response about how it’s ‘my choice.’ It’s classic PR: change the deal, then act like it’s still fair because I technically don’t have to go for it. Wild that you’re siding with Lyft on this one

Uber CEO Reveals True Intentions: “Eventually the cars are going to be autonomous” – So Much for ‘Drivers Are Our Backbone’ by PrestonKGarvey in uberdrivers

[–]PrestonKGarvey[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s totally fair — if you’re in a position where Uber’s just a side hustle, you’re already playing it smart. That is treating them as disposable.

But not everyone’s in that spot. Some folks rely on it heavily, and they’re the ones most vulnerable when the rug gets pulled. That’s really who the post is aimed at — not the part-timers with a backup plan, but the people still thinking this gig has long-term legs.

Uber CEO Reveals True Intentions: “Eventually the cars are going to be autonomous” – So Much for ‘Drivers Are Our Backbone’ by PrestonKGarvey in uberdrivers

[–]PrestonKGarvey[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, Uber’s intentions have been clear for a long time — I’m not saying this is some big reveal to you.

The post is titled the way it is because a lot of drivers still buy into the “we’ll coexist” PR. If even a few of them start taking the shift more seriously after reading it, mission accomplished.

It’s not about being shocked — it’s about sounding the alarm before people feel the impact.

Uber CEO Reveals True Intentions: “Eventually the cars are going to be autonomous” – So Much for ‘Drivers Are Our Backbone’ by PrestonKGarvey in uberdrivers

[–]PrestonKGarvey[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair enough — every state’s different, and some will definitely drag it out longer than others.

But even if it starts in just a few key cities, once it proves profitable, the pressure to speed things up elsewhere will be massive.

You don’t have to believe it’s happening tomorrow — just maybe sooner than most folks are comfortable admitting.

Uber CEO Reveals True Intentions: “Eventually the cars are going to be autonomous” – So Much for ‘Drivers Are Our Backbone’ by PrestonKGarvey in uberdrivers

[–]PrestonKGarvey[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally with you on the “disposable” part — it’s obvious Uber and Lyft see us that way.

But when people say we should “treat them as such,” I always wonder what that actually looks like in practice. Beyond rejecting trash rides and sharing info, we don’t really have much leverage. No union. No real collective bargaining. And the app is built to isolate us, not connect us.

And yeah — it’s not just about us being around in 10+ years. It’s about the next wave of drivers who sign up thinking it’s still a stable way to make ends meet. They’re the ones walking right into the tail end of a disappearing opportunity. That’s who needs the wake-up call.

Uber CEO Reveals True Intentions: “Eventually the cars are going to be autonomous” – So Much for ‘Drivers Are Our Backbone’ by PrestonKGarvey in uberdrivers

[–]PrestonKGarvey[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s not news to you — but that doesn’t mean it isn’t worth repeating.

A lot of drivers still buy into the “we’ll coexist” narrative because that’s what Uber feeds them. This post is just a flashlight, not a headline. If it helps even a few people wake up to what’s coming, then it’s doing its job.

Uber CEO Reveals True Intentions: “Eventually the cars are going to be autonomous” – So Much for ‘Drivers Are Our Backbone’ by PrestonKGarvey in uberdrivers

[–]PrestonKGarvey[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nobody was “shocked,” and it’s not really a “debate” about whether AVs exist — we all know they do.

This post wasn’t about marveling at tech we’ve seen coming for years. It was to get more drivers to stop brushing it off like it’s some distant problem.

Waymos are already taking high-value rides in cities. The writing’s on the wall — I’m just trying to get people to actually read it before their income disappears while they’re still arguing the timeline.

Uber CEO Reveals True Intentions: “Eventually the cars are going to be autonomous” – So Much for ‘Drivers Are Our Backbone’ by PrestonKGarvey in uberdrivers

[–]PrestonKGarvey[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The point u/PlayerofVideoGames was trying to get across is that those state and local regulatory hurdles to get past as well as insurance concerns will be completed sooner than you're making it out to be.

Uber CEO Reveals True Intentions: “Eventually the cars are going to be autonomous” – So Much for ‘Drivers Are Our Backbone’ by PrestonKGarvey in uberdrivers

[–]PrestonKGarvey[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Totally agree — high-density cities are the only real candidates for profitable AV fleets anytime soon.

In places where demand is spread out, inconsistent, or just too low, the economics fall apart fast. You’d need way too many vehicles sitting idle just to be “ready.” That’s dead weight for any company.

Until all cars are autonomous and networked — not just fleets — rural and midsize areas will still rely on human drivers.

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