Uber plans to track drivers who speed, slam the brakes or cut corners
LA TimesFor now, Uber says it isn’t using the new safety program to penalize drivers or even to reward good driving habits. Uber already retained the smartphone data before launching the program, and drivers were informed during the outfitting process that Uber “may monitor, track or share their data.” Drivers can’t opt out of the program. “I think you sort of have to agree to some of that to work with them in the beginning, but it starts to feel that Uber has a lot of control over you.” Control is a big question for Uber, which has grown into a company valued at $62.5 billion thanks to a business model that classifies drivers as independent contractors rather than employees eligible for benefits. Campbell said although the program could help improve driver safety, the company has a rating system in place that could do the same if it were altered to provide drivers with more feedback from passengers.
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