Uber launches uberMOTO in Gurgaon

Uber has always believed in changing the way urban people move around, which is why it has announced a pilot of Uber's bike-sharing product -uberMOTO in Gurgaon, the city that observes a car-free day every Tuesday to help reduce traffic on the roads. Bengaluru was the first Indian city to get the services of uberMOTO.

"UberMOTO works towards the vision of reducing congestion by helping fill every empty seat on the bikes on road. It enables riders to push a button and share a motorbike ride within minutes. It’s a great way for people to save time and money on short trips across town and provides last mile connectivity--especially to and from the metro stations." Said Gagan Bhatia, GM, Uber Delhi.

The project would help cut traffic congestion in Gurgaon by getting people out of their cars when they don’t need to use them, and also by encouraging motorbike drivers to share their rides with fellow passengers. The move has come after the launch of Uber’s carpooling service, which is designed to get more people into fewer cars.

Here’s how UberMOTO would work in the millennium city.

· Choose the uberMOTO option in the Uber app and enter your location and payment method before requesting for a ride.
· The driver’s details would come to you straight away, including the name, photo and details of the motorbike.
· Since Gurgaon requires all riders and drivers to wear a helmet, uberMOTO driver will have one helmet ready for you.
· For your safety, all of Uber’s standard product safety features would be put to use, including GPS tracking, 2-way feedback and the ability to share trip details with family and friends.
· When the trip ends, share the cost by cash or mobile wallet and get an electronic receipt on mail.

Talking of the prices, uberMOTO starts at Rs 15 + Rs 3 /km + Rs 1/min, with the minimum fare being ₹ 20.

"At Uber our goal is to provide safe, reliable and affordable transportation at the push of a button. uberMOTO will help passengers get to where they want to go more quickly and at a lower price--and with less congestion overtime. We can’t wait to get going!" added Gagan.