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Fixing Uber's Accessibility Issues

Fixing Uber's Accessibility Issues

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In this episode of "We Fixed It, You're Welcome," the hosts tackle accessibility issues with Uber, focusing on the experiences of passengers with disabilities.

Michael Hingson, an author and disability advocate, shares insights on Uber's shortcomings in accommodating service animals and adhering to ADA guidelines. The discussion covers the need for better driver training, accountability measures, and transparent feedback systems.

The hosts and guest explore potential solutions, including embedding accessibility into core operations, closing accountability gaps, and improving customer feedback loops. They debate the effectiveness of self-identification for passengers with disabilities and emphasize the importance of treating all customers equally.

The episode concludes with a call for Uber to prioritize community needs over profit and implement meaningful changes to improve accessibility for all users.

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