Once you get an EV with Uber, you’ll be stuck’: Driver says program to reduce emissions keeps drivers on the road longer for less pay

Kamran Hameed, a long-time Uber driver, expresses skepticism about the effectiveness of Uber's electric vehicle (EV) program in reducing emissions. The program encourages drivers to lease Teslas, but Hameed argues that the high cost of leasing these vehicles ultimately leads drivers to work longer hours for less income, offsetting any potential environmental benefits. Hameed, who has been driving for Uber for over eight years, sought to transition to a hybrid or EV when his Toyota Sienna minivan aged out. However, he finds the program financially burdensome, highlighting concerns about its affordability and its impact on drivers' earnings.

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