For parents concerned about their teenagers traveling alone, Uber has launched a new service tailored specifically for young passengers.

The “Uber for Teens” feature allows parents to monitor their child’s journey in real time, ensuring enhanced safety and peace of mind.

The service, which has already been successfully implemented in other countries, is now available in Prague and Brno, with plans to expand to additional Czech cities in the coming weeks.

Safety Features Designed for Teens and Parents

Teen riders, aged 13 to 17, can now travel independently while benefiting from multiple safety measures built directly into the Uber app. Parents can add their teenager to their family profile and create a dedicated account.

One of the key safety elements is the use of a PIN code. Before a ride begins, the teen must share the code with the driver, ensuring they enter the correct vehicle. This system minimizes the risk of boarding the wrong car.

“We want to ensure that teenagers are safe,” said Štěpán Šindelář, Uber’s operations manager for the Czech Republic. He explained that parents can order rides for their children directly through the app, which then enables live trip tracking, complete with driver, vehicle, and route details.

During the ride, parents can monitor the car’s location in real-time. Uber also ensures that only highly rated drivers can accept rides for teenagers. Additionally, parents and teens can contact the driver at any time through Uber’s app or use the company’s 24/7 safety line for assistance.

Advanced Safety Monitoring

Uber employs advanced technology, including GPS tracking and RideCheck sensors, to monitor rides for irregularities. For instance, if a car deviates from the planned route, stops unexpectedly, or ends the ride prematurely, Uber automatically sends notifications to both the teen and the driver to confirm their safety.

Parental Notifications in Real Time

From school drop-offs to after-school activities or visits to friends, parents will receive real-time notifications throughout the journey. These alerts ensure that parents stay informed and reassured about their child’s whereabouts.

Uber for Teens has been developed in collaboration with safety organizations such as Safe Kids Worldwide and ParentZone. According to Vicki Shotbolt, founder of ParentZone, “We worked with hundreds of parents and teenagers across Europe to design a service that prioritizes safe travel from pick-up to drop-off.”

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