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Uber and 99 drivers and customers must comply with new 2024 rules
Uber and 99 platforms warn partner drivers and customers about two new bans that will come into effect from 2024. With changes that directly affect working conditions and the type of vehicles accepted, applications reinforce the need for rapid adaptation.
With the start of 2024, the main transport platforms in Brazil, Uber and 99 are making important adjustments to their operations. This time, the new measures involve prohibitions that impact both drivers and passengers. These changes aim to improve the quality of the service offered and ensure that the vehicles used meet the most up-to-date requirements of the companies. The highlight is the list of cars banned from Uber and the restrictions related to the year of manufacture of vehicles on 99.
Bans on Uber and 99: What will change in 2024?
In the last years, Uber and 99 have dominated the ride-hailing app scene in Brazil. With each new update, significant changes emerge that impact the lives of drivers and the experience of passengers.. Now, both companies have announced important bans.
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Na Uber, the new feature is linked to the Comfort and Black categories. Since January 2024, several car models have been banned from these categories throughout Brazil. This means that drivers who use these vehicles will need to change them to continue providing services in the platform's premium ranges. Among the banned cars are popular models, such as the Fiat Siena, Ford Focus and Chevrolet Cobalt. See the full list of unaccepted models:
- Caoa Chery Tiggo 7 Pro
- Caoa Chery Tiggo 8 Pro
- Chevrolet Blazer
- Cobalt Chevrolet
- Chevrolet Joy Plus (accepted only in RJ)
- Citroën C4 Pallas
- Citroën C5
- fiat bravo
- Fiat Doblo
- Fiat Grand Siena
- Fiat Idea
- Fiat Linea
- Fiat siena
- Fiat Sienna Attractive
- Ford Edge
- Ford Fiesta Sedan
- Ford Focus
- ford ka sedan
- Ford Territory
- Geely EC7
- Honda CR-V
- Honda Fit
- JAC Motors J5
- JAC Motors J6
- JAC Motors iEV20
- Land Rover Freelander
- Lexus ES
- Lifan 530
- Porsche Cayman
- Volkswagen Travel
To continue operating in Uber's Comfort category, the vehicle must have air conditioning, four doors and at least five seats.. Another important requirement: drivers must maintain an average rating of at least 4,85 in cities like Curitiba and Brasília, and 4,80 in the rest of Brazil.
99 does not have a specific list of prohibited models
On the other hand, 99 does not have a specific list of prohibited models, but adopts a strict rule related to the vehicle's year of manufacture. The acceptance period for cars varies depending on the city. For example, in Rio de Janeiro, only cars from 2013 onwards are accepted. In cities like Aracaju and Uberlândia, the limit is 2007.
These 99 bans are an attempt to ensure that vehicles in circulation are in good safety and comfort conditions.. Working air conditioning and up-to-date documentation are some of the requirements for the car to be accepted.
Why these changes?
Both Uber and 99 have undergone adaptations to comply with local legislation and improve the passenger experience.. With increasing competition and demand for quality services, it is natural for platforms to seek to raise their standards. Uber, for example, is increasingly focused on ensuring that its higher-tier cars offer superior comfort, while 99 seeks to balance requirements with specific needs. of each region.
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History of Uber in Brazil
A Uber arrived in Brazil in 2014, first in Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo, and soon expanded to several other cities.. With the World Cup approaching at the time, the company took advantage of the moment to gain popularity and consolidate its presence in the country. Today, Uber is one of the main urban transport options, and 99, founded in 2012, came to complement this market.
As The bans confirmed in 2024 by Uber and 99 are just part of the many changes that could arise in the ride-hailing sector. As new legislation and quality standards are imposed, both drivers and passengers need to be aware and adapt to the new requirements.
With this list of cars banned in the Comfort and Black categories of Uber, what do you think of the new rules? Do you believe these bans will have a big impact on drivers and passengers?
