News & Announcements

Destination Filter released!  In response to driver feedback, Empower has released a new destination filter feature! Download the latest version of the app to try it out. When enabled, you will only receive ride requests which take you closer to your selected destination. Unlike with Uber and Lyft, you can use your Destination Filter as often as you […]

Empower – AirPods Pro giveaway! Empower is giving away a FREE set of AirPods Pro earbuds. For a chance to win, all you have to do is complete 5 or more rides in the month of June! Refer friends and drivers to earn more ride credit! Did you know that you get ride credit for […]

Pickup to drop-off route now displayed on map with ride request!  In response to driver feedback, in addition to displaying your rider’s drop off location in the ride request, the background map will now also display the route from the rider’s pickup location to their drop off location! Favorited status now displayed in ride request! […]

Booking long distance rides! Do you need to book a long distance ride? Well now you can using Empower! Riders can now request higher priced rides thanks to Empower’s new in app payment card verification system. Updates to Empower’s new Frequently Asked Questions page! Empower’s FAQ page has be re-designed to make it easier for you […]

Updates to the Earnings and Ride History screens!  You are now be able to load your earnings and ride history faster than before thanks to updates to the app. The Earnings screen now displays your past year of earnings, with a toggle at the top of the screen for previous years should you need to look […]

Empower CEO Statement on Uber/Lyft Rejecting Agreement on Driver Pay Legislation Washington, D.C. – Empower CEO Joshua Sear released the following statement following news that Uber and Lyft oppose an agreement on legislation related to driver pay: “While we continue to believe Uber and Lyft are bluffing, should they actually make good on their threat […]