Seattles Ride-Hailing Driver Union Releases Report on Oversupply: Empty Cars, Higher Fares, and Dwindling Wages
The union for ride-hailing drivers in Seattle has released a report highlighting the issue of oversupply, with more than 24,000 active Uber drivers in 2024. This oversupply has led to empty miles per trip increasing from 3.5 in 2019 to 9.9 last year, causing pollution, traffic congestion, and wage cuts. Long-time drivers, like one Uber veteran who saw a 45% drop in earnings, are feeling the pinch. Uber has disputed the data, blaming Seattles minimum pay rules for higher fares and a smaller driver pool. The union is not advocating for job cuts but rather a pause on new hires and increased transparency in ride data.
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