Uber is expanding the Women Preferences feature to Düsseldorf and Cologne in Germany and nationwide across the US.
Female passengers request or reserve rides with female drivers at regular UberX prices without surcharge.
Female drivers adjust app settings to increase matches with women riders.
The feature operates in 40 countries with pilots in Berlin, Frankfurt, Munich, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Detroit.
Availability depends on female driver numbers which may lead to longer wait times in some areas.
Christoph Weigler shared “the response in our three pilot cities last year was extremely positive. Female users and drivers confirmed to us: this option offers real added value.” naming Christoph Weigler
Camiel Irving shared “Across the US, female drivers and passengers have told us they want the option to be matched with other women for rides. We’ve heard them – and are now introducing new ways to give them even more control over their rides.”
