Uber rolls out women-only option in the US

BBC News - WorldEN 2 min read 100% complete March 10, 2026 at 11:34 AM

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Uber has launched a women-only ride option across the US, allowing female drivers and passengers to request matches with other women. The feature, piloted last year, aims to provide a safer and more comfortable experience for women riders and drivers. This rollout follows requests from women for more control over their ride experiences. However, Uber faces a class action lawsuit in California from male drivers alleging sex discrimination due to the feature potentially limiting their access to passengers. Uber is contesting the lawsuit and cites a public interest in enhancing safety. Similar to Lyft, which faces a similar lawsuit, Uber already offers this option in over 40 countries for drivers and seven countries for riders.

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