Popular ridesharing service Uber is launching features geared to seniors. Other companies like Lyft also have these options. Cosmin Munteanu, a professor at the Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging,

To increase peace of mind, relatives booking a trip for an older family member will be able to live-track their trip and will have the opportunity to contact the driver or Uber’s safety reporting line. When making a booking, loved ones will also be able to access the driver’s name and vehicle information.

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New ‘senior accounts’ will feature larger text, buttons that are easier to tap, simplified screens and fewer steps to making a booking

Uber is set to enhance user experience in India with new features including a 'Price Lock' option, pet-friendly services, and a mode for senior citizens.

Uber has reportedly pulled the plug on its shuttle services in two cities due to low ridership and operational costs.