ATLANTA — Rideshare drivers gathered in protest at the Atlanta airport Saturday evening as they strike over demands of higher pay.
In a statement received by Lyft on Friday, the rideshare company said it "takes the concerns of drivers very seriously and are regularly exploring ways to improve their experience on the platform."
They delved into how they introduced a new feature called Upfront Pay in Georgia and other states that shows drivers ride information and what they will earn before choosing to accept a ride.
"We also provide drivers a weekly pay summary that shows a breakdown of their earnings and the total amount riders paid," Lyft's statement read in part.
More than 20 Uber and Lyft drivers came together at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and called their wages unfair and unjust. The protest lasted more than two hours. 11Alive is still working to learn if travelers were impacted by the strike.
Lyft also mentioned that some of the fees collected in their fares go toward "maintaining and growing the business" which includes insurance costs, background checks and other expenses that attract more riders.
Here is Lyft's full statement:
“Lyft takes the concerns of drivers very seriously and are regularly exploring ways to improve their experience on the platform. Last year, we introduced Upfront Pay in Georgia and across the country, which shows drivers ride information and what they’ll earn before accepting a ride. We also provide drivers a weekly pay summary that shows a breakdown of their earnings and the total amount riders paid.”
Uber sent 11Alive the following statement:
“Earnings in Atlanta are more than $30 an hour when drivers are actively working on the platform. Drivers also receive fare and destination information upfront before they accept a trip and are fully empowered to decide what trips are worth their time."
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