Uber has rolled out a new feature directly inside the Driver app, designed to help electric vehicle (EV) drivers manage their journeys without worrying about running out of charge mid-trip.
The in-app message, titled “Say goodbye to battery range anxiety,” was sent to Uber drivers across the UK and other markets this week, encouraging them to connect their electric vehicles so the app can monitor real-time battery levels.
According to Uber’s update:
- Save time & trouble: The app helps prevent drivers from accepting trips that could leave them short of charge by matching them only with jobs that leave enough battery to reach a nearby charging station.
- Good for Uber Pro: Drivers are less likely to reject or cancel trips that fall outside their EV’s range. Once connected, the app automatically matches drivers with requests that can be completed within the vehicle’s current battery capacity.
- You control your battery data: Uber confirms that sharing battery information is optional, and drivers can opt out of data sharing at any time.
The notice adds:
“Now, you won’t have to worry about your battery level when you’re taking trips.”
Uber also includes a disclaimer that EV battery levels are estimates and that driving conditions may affect range accuracy, directing drivers to Uber’s EV Battery Sharing Terms and Conditions for further details.
This feature forms part of Uber’s wider electrification strategy, aiming to support more drivers transitioning to EVs ahead of its 2030 zero-emission target for major UK cities such as London, Manchester, and Birmingham.
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DM News Commentary
This latest in-app feature marks a significant step for Uber in making EV operation easier for professional drivers. By integrating range awareness directly into the driver app, Uber is reducing one of the biggest practical challenges for electric taxis and private hire vehicles.
For UK drivers, it’s another encouraging sign that major ride-hailing platforms are focusing on making the EV transition more manageable — not just through incentives, but by improving real-world usability and trip planning.
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