Uber drivers seek union to gain better pay and benefits
12 posts across 2 communities in the last 60 days; 83% from r/uberdrivers.
“I saw them out at the Sacramento State Capitol building in full force and curious as I was, I went to check out what's the commotion. Apparently, in August 2026, they were fully recognized as a real union and they're a big group that is out to represent us. I asked how much it…”
“Hey everyone I’m curious about learning more about the rideshare unionization law that was signed last month in Illinois since I’ve been driving for Uber there recently. So if 10% of Drivers sign up for one specific union a union can then be formed? Just wondering what people…”
“Can we please unionize ride share workers? Uber sent me a ride offer for $10 under the current surcharge and when I declined immediately sent the same ride seven times in a row so that way it destroyed my acceptance rate. They will not start treating us better until we do this”
Multiple posts indicate Uber and Lyft drivers are organizing a union in California to negotiate for improved compensation and benefits. Drivers feel they lack bargaining power as independent contractors and hope the union will provide a collective voice.
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“I saw them out at the Sacramento State Capitol building in full force and curious as I was, I went to check out what's the commotion. Apparently, in August 2026, they were fully recognized as a real union and they're a big group that is…”
“Hey everyone I’m curious about learning more about the rideshare unionization law that was signed last month in Illinois since I’ve been driving for Uber there recently. So if 10% of Drivers sign up for one specific union a union can then be formed? Just wondering what people that might know more about this think of this. submitted by /u/Coach_Rick_Vice [link] [comments]”
“Can we please unionize ride share workers? Uber sent me a ride offer for $10 under the current surcharge and when I declined immediately sent the same ride seven times in a row so that way it destroyed my acceptance rate. They will not start treating us better until we do this submitted by /u/Seamoreland [link] [comments]”
“Subject: Orange County Delivery Driver Seeking Guidance on Expanding Collective Bargaining Rights Hello CGWU team, Congratulations on the historic certification of the California Gig Workers Union as the exclusive bargaining representative for Uber and Lyft rideshare drivers. That is a major achievement after years of organizing. I am a delivery driver (Uber Eats / DoorDash) based in the Anaheim / Garden Grove area of Orange County. I frequently drive into Newport Beach and surrounding areas try”
“Subject: Orange County Delivery Driver Seeking Guidance on Expanding Collective Bargaining Rights Hello CGWU team, Congratulations on the historic certification of the California Gig Workers Union as the exclusive bargaining representative for Uber and Lyft rideshare drivers. That is a major achievement after years of organizing. I am a delivery driver (Uber Eats / DoorDash) based in the Anaheim / Garden Grove area of Orange County. I frequently drive into Newport Beach and surrounding areas try”
“Subject: Orange County Delivery Driver Seeking Guidance on Expanding Collective Bargaining Rights Hello CGWU team, Congratulations on the historic certification of the California Gig Workers Union as the exclusive bargaining representative for Uber and Lyft rideshare drivers. That is a major achievement after years of organizing. I am a delivery driver (Uber Eats / DoorDash) based in the Anaheim / Garden Grove area of Orange County. I frequently drive into Newport Beach and surrounding areas try”
“Subject: Orange County Delivery Driver Seeking Guidance on Expanding Collective Bargaining Rights Hello CGWU team, Congratulations on the historic certification of the California Gig Workers Union as the exclusive bargaining representative for Uber and Lyft rideshare drivers. That is a major achievement after years of organizing. I am a delivery driver (Uber Eats / DoorDash) based in the Anaheim / Garden Grove area of Orange County. I frequently drive into Newport Beach and surrounding areas try”
“Subject: Orange County Delivery Driver Seeking Guidance on Expanding Collective Bargaining Rights Hello CGWU team, Congratulations on the historic certification of the California Gig Workers Union as the exclusive bargaining representative for Uber and Lyft rideshare drivers. That is a major achievement after years of organizing. I am a delivery driver (Uber Eats / DoorDash) based in the Anaheim / Garden Grove area of Orange County. I frequently drive into Newport Beach and surrounding areas try”
“Let's make ridesharing apps fair. submitted by /u/Standard_Diet6366 [link] [comments]”
“union representing Uber and Lyft drivers crossed an important threshold this week when it was certified by the Public Employment Relations Board. The move will allow the California Gig Workers Union to help drivers negotiate issues affecting working conditions and benefits. It comes as at least 30% of active drivers expressed support of the union. “As the certified driver bargaining organization, CGWU now has the right to represent all (Uber and Lyft) drivers in the unit and to bargain ... over”
“For most of its history, Uber treated labor unions as an obstacle to route around. Founder Travis Kalanick built the company's early reputation on outrunning regulators and driver organizers alike. So it raised eyebrows this year when Uber started showing up in statehouses arguing for driver protections, teaming up with some of the same unions it once tried to sideline. The shift has little to do with a change of heart. It has a lot to do with Waymo. A new kind of rival Uber is pushing state”
“Question for uber and Lyft drivers in Illinois have anyone talked to the people that’s at Ohare TNP lots about forming a union in Illinois??? And what do you think about it? submitted by /u/EvenAd5369 [link] [comments]”
“They got the union bill signed for Illinois so they now need signatures from drivers before they can go to uber and Lyft to discuss benefits and wages. So make sure you help out and sign. submitted by /u/ReCkOn___ [link] [comments]”
“It's official. There were enough drivers who signed on to this to actually create the Union. There's a 30-day waiting period for it to become active. Going to be really interested to see if this has the power to drive change, or will Uber go to all autonomous vehicles. submitted by /u/Jido_Feles [link] [comments]”
“Uber, Lyft Drivers Prepared to Form Union The ride-hail drivers would remain independent contractors but would be able to negotiate with the companies for better pay and benefits. Hundreds of thousands of independent contractors for ride-hailing companies in California could be part of a union next month, putting to bed a yearslong struggle for a place at the bargaining table to fight for better pay and benefits. The California Gig Workers Union, which represents thousands of app-based drivers i”
“I was already there dropping off. Waited the cancel out, got my $5, and had another passenger in the car immediately. submitted by /u/JayGatsby52 [link] [comments]”
“I don't know if anybody is interested, but there are active unionization efforts to increase pay and get better benefits. Anybody can sign up, my state doesn't have a chapter yet, but I'm hoping that we can get more support. California chapter just got State recognition and are starting negotiations. Here's to hoping for better pay and benefits submitted by /u/MetalUnicorn00 [link] [comments]”