While I know there are clearly many fans (and users) of Uber on Geekzone, the more I read of this organisation the more I'm concerned that they're a dodgy operation that I'd rather not have here in NZ. Even the stuff I've read about how they operate in NZ has been enough to ensure I'll not use their service.
Things like the significant cut in the per km rates paid to drivers has been well-publicised, as has the thumbing the nose at the law in regards to licencing requirements etc; now there's a clear problem with the firm's policy regarding cutting off "non-performing" drivers, the lack of openness as to how this is conducted, and what appears to be a failure of natural justice.
If you've not come across these, there are some interesting posts on Public Address by an Uber driver; this is the same guy who has talked quite a bit in the media about these issues. Latest post here covers this most recent issue: http://publicaddress.net/speaker/confessions-of-an-uber-driver-iii-how-do/
What a bunch of arrogant @#$@#$s with no concern for their workers. This is one 'disrupter' company I'd be quite happy to live without.
Rant over!