What Happened: The drivers, classified as independent contractors, have accused the platforms of taking an unfair share of their earnings. The strike is expected to be the largest of its kind and will span across the United States, Reuters reported.
“Uber, Lyft, and delivery drivers are TIRED of being mistreated by the app companies. We're sick of working 80 hours/week just to make ends meet, being constantly scared for our safety, and worrying about being deactivated with the click of a button,” Justice For App Workers coalition which represents over 130,000 rideshare drivers and delivery workers said on its website.
The coalition said that drivers will not be offering rides to and from airports across Austin, Chicago, Hartford, Miami, Newark, Orlando, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, and Tampa on Feb. 14.
Many drivers, including those who work full-time, have seen a significant decrease in their earnings due to algorithmic pricing, the report said, citing California-based Rideshare Drivers United union president Nicole Moore.
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