Uber reminder to check your ride

New Zealand Uber riders will see new notifications in-app reminding them to check their ride.

“This notification will become a permanent safety feature because our goal is to make checking your ride before you get in the car synonymous with using the Uber app,” the company says.

“You should never get in a car with a driver who claims to be with Uber but doesn’t match what is in your app.”

Uber says passengers can ensure they’re getting into the right car with the right driver by matching the licence plate, car make and model, and the driver photo with what’s provided in the app.

This new notification feature will remind people to complete these three steps every time they catch a ride with Uber. They’ll also be supported through Uber’s social media and other channels.