News & Announcements

Driver Spotlight: Andre Meet Andre Turner, a beloved DC driver who has received over 1,000 thumbs up and has been favorited by over 320 of his customers! Andre is a former DC government employee and a former law enforcement officer from the 6th district. It was one of Andre’s Lyft passengers who initially introduced him […]

Multi-Stop and change request features released! Empower has released eagerly anticipated new multi-stop functionality! You can now more easily add or change a stop within the Empower rider app. Whether you are running errands, or need to make a quick stop on your way to your final destination, you can now more easily do so within […]

Multi-stop and change request features released!  In response to driver feedback, Empower has rolled out new multi-stop functionality. Unlike with Uber and Lyft any attempts to add a stop or make changes to a stop or destination address will first be sent to you in-app for approval. An updated ETA and fare, based on your […]

Referral Contest Empower is having a contest to see which drivers can refer the most riders through the end of October. First place will receive a $50 gift card, second place will receive a $25 gift card and third place will receive a $10 gift card to the place of your choice! This is in addition […]

Councilmember Brianne Nadeau Cancels Public Confirmation Hearing of Nominee for Director of Department of For-Hire Vehicles Citing Unprecedented 1,300 Requests to Testify in Opposition Empower Hosting Driver Freedom Rally at Freedom Plaza in Response Washington, D.C. – An unprecedented 1,300 people signed up to speak at today’s scheduled confirmation hearing of Department of For-Hire Vehicles […]

Driver app video tutorials Having trouble with onboarding? Looking to make the most out of your Empower subscription? We’ve got you covered! Explore our tutorial videos below. Changing your subscription plan Adjusting your rate card(s) Uploading your documents (Onboarding) Disrupting the Ride-Hailing Industry: Empowering Drivers  🎧  Check out Empower CEO’s recent podcast where he discusses how Empower is […]