Uber, the world’s largest on-demand ride-sharing company, today launched uberHIRE XL in Delhi which will enable upto 6 riders to travel together. It is a one-stop solution for both large groups of travellers wanting to ride together to fewer riders looking for extra space while taking day-long trips with multiple stops across town.
uberHIRE XL is a time-based service that will be available on-demand for riders, offering them with an economical, convenient and reliable travel option. With this service, riders can hire a 6 seater for all their travel needs be it day or night.
According to the the company, uberHIRE XL is a time-based service that will be available on-demand for riders, offering them with an economical, convenient and reliable travel option. With this service, riders can hire a 6 seater for all their travel needs be it day or night. Riders can avail this service at a minimum fare of Rs.359 in cash that would cover the trip for 1 hour and up to 10 kms. The pricing is flexible unlike fixed packages and riders only pay for the exact time and distance that they will use UberHIRE XL for.
Speaking on the launch, Prabhjeet Singh, General Manager, North India, Uber said, “After the successful launch of uberHIRE in multiple cities, we are delighted to announce Delhi as our launch city for uberHIRE XL. With the influx of tourists in the capital, Uber aims at providing reliable rides at all hours of the day so tourists can cover key attractions across NCR, thereby supporting and extending the capital’s public transportation system. With the wedding season on the anvil, UberHIRE XL can also solve for both shopping and travel to and from wedding venues led requirements for large families. We are enthused by the tremendous potential that UberHIRE XL holds for Delhites.”
How does it work:
- Open your Uber app
- Set your pickup location, destination and request your uberHIRE XL
- On confirmation, the rider’s will see driver’s details straight away – name, photo and the details of the car
- At the end of your trip, your total fare is calculated based on the distance and duration of your trip. You can pay in cash and receive an e-receipt at the end of your trip.
