Uber Freight News Updates

Technology, Logistics, Top 100, Perspective

Building a Case for True Collaboration

Even in today’s technology advanced environment, matching freight with capacity, particu­larly in the spot market, remains a labor-­intensive process.

August 20, 2018
Government, Business, Technology, Autonomous

Uber Doubles Down on Freight Business

Although Uber Technologies Inc. recently halted its self-driving truck program, the ride-hailing pioneer is doubling down on its Uber Freight load-matching business and announced that Otto co-founder and former Uber executive Lior Ron will rejoin the company to run that unit.

August 8, 2018
Government, Business, Safety

LGBTQ Drivers Share Experiences at Uber Freight Event

SAN FRANCISCO — Several drivers who identify as LGBTQ said they have found good careers within the trucking industry and shared their experiences during a panel discussion hosted by Uber Freight on June 21.

July 10, 2018
Business, Technology, Equipment

Uber Freight Launches ‘Fleet Mode’

Uber Freight has added a “fleet mode” to its mobile app to enable dispatchers at small fleets to find and book loads and assign them to their drivers.

June 4, 2018
Business

Uber Freight Introduces Discount Program for Fuel, Parts, Trucks

Uber Freight has introduced a discount program that provides savings on fuel, parts and even new and used truck purchases to carriers using its load-matching mobile app.

March 21, 2018
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Autonomous

Uber’s Self-Driving Trucks Now Hauling Freight in Arizona

Uber Technologies Inc. announced that its self-driving commercial trucks are now conducting regular freight hauls in Arizona through the Uber Freight network.

March 6, 2018
Business, Technology, Autonomous

Uber Freight’s Push to Streamline Trucking Hinges on Fixed Rates, Speedy Execution

LONG BEACH, Calif. — Uber Freight’s push to automate trucking transactions hinges on a fixed pricing model designed to eliminate bidding and phone calls and enable on-demand truck capacity for shippers.

September 20, 2017
Business

Uber Freight Expanding Into Six Markets This Year

Uber Freight will expand to five states and the Midwest-Chicago area over the next few months.

August 7, 2017
Business, Technology, Logistics

Convoy, Uber Accelerate Push to Match Carriers With Loads Via Mobile Apps

The push to automate freight brokering is gaining momentum with technology startup Convoy raising $62 million to accelerate its growth plans and Uber Freight adding features and expanding into new markets since its May launch.

August 3, 2017