Uber Intercity expands to over 3,000 routes across India
Uber also announced the launch of Uber Intercity Motorhomes -- a limited-period offering from August 7 to September 6, that can be booked for trips starting from Delhi-NCR.
"At the end of CY 2024, Uber Intercity was present across 2,000 routes. Uber has increased the intercity routes by 50% to over 3,000, and hopes to grow at the same rate during the next year," said Shweta Mantri, Head of Rider Verticals, Uber India and South Asia.
Each Intercity Motorhome will be assisted by a driver and a helper, seating 4-5 riders. The vehicles include entertainment and convenience amenities such as a television, lavatory, microwave, and mini-refrigerator.
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