Rider Newsletter

Drivers have earned over $60,000,000 using Empower!  Thank you for helping drivers earn a sustainable living by booking your rides through Empower. Does Empower pose a mortal threat to Uber and Lyft? -Tom Rogan, Washington Examiner Check out a recent op-ed in the Washington Examiner about the threat that drivers using Empower pose to Uber and […]

Support drivers and book your next ride through Empower!  Request favorite and same gender drivers Empower has made changes that make it easier than ever to book a ride with your favorite or same gender driver. You can request favorite or same gender drivers by toggling on the “favorite” or “same-gender” filters while requesting a ride. Refer […]

Fourth of July We hope that you have a safe and happy holiday weekend. If you need to get around DC, NYC or the Piedmont-Triad, remember to book your ride through Empower to save money and support local driver New feature: Ride receipts  Riders can now automatically receive ride receipts. To receive receipts for your […]

Honoring our fallen this Memorial Day As we enjoy this long weekend with friends and family, let us not forget the true meaning of Memorial Day. It is a time to reflect on the sacrifices made by service members and to pay tribute to them. We also extend our heartfelt gratitude to the families who […]

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!  Whether you’re celebrating with friends, enjoying Irish food and drink, or just taking in the festivities, we hope you have a safe and happy St. Patrick’s Day. If you’re planning on booking Empower to get around, don’t forget to wear green! Rider tip: Tipping Drivers  Riders have 30 minutes to tip and rate drivers in the […]

This February, we celebrate Black History Month by acknowledging the invaluable contributions of Black individuals to our society and recognizing the cultural heritage that continues to shape and enrich our community. While we celebrate these achievements, we are also mindful of the ongoing challenges and injustices faced by the Black community. During this month, we […]