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Uber Trips About to Cost More Under New Fuel Surcharge
The 5-cent-per-kilometre fee will run until June 8 and apply to petrol, diesel and hybrid trips, while electric vehicles are exempt.
- On Wednesday, Uber Australia will introduce a temporary five-cent-per-kilometer fuel surcharge starting April 15 to support drivers amid volatile fuel markets. Managing Director Emma Foley said the measure provides temporary relief in response to the current fuel crisis.
- Competitor DiDi introduced an identical surcharge earlier this year, prompting Uber's response as global oil market instability linked to Middle East tensions has pushed petrol prices higher, affecting businesses relying on road transport.
- Transport Workers Union National Secretary Michael Kaine noted drivers spend around $40 to $50 extra per fill-up. Rising fuel costs have placed significant financial pressure on full-time rideshare workers, prompting union collaboration with platforms.
- Customers will pay the additional fee on petrol, diesel and hybrid vehicle trips, with electric vehicles excluded entirely. All revenue from this temporary emergency measure goes directly to drivers and remains in effect until June 8.
- Beyond rideshare, rising fuel costs strain essential services like Transitcare and charities such as Meals on Wheels, which face higher operational expenses. The TWU maintains a Fair Work Commission application to establish industry-wide pay standards and secure fair conditions for rideshare workers.
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Uber riders to pay fuel surcharge as prices surge
Australian consumers will be paying a temporary fuel surcharge for their Uber trips if they choose to ride in a petrol or hybrid car. The new measure will begin from Wednesday, and end on June 8. It comes at a time when the transport sector is introducing fee adjustments to cope with the ongoing fuel crisis.
·Sydney, Australia
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