Your interpretation is far too generous to Uber. > prices may increase to help ensure that those who need a ride can get one Why are you using the app if you

Your interpretation is far too generous to Uber. > prices may increase to help ensure that those who need a ride can get one Why are you using the app if you don't need a ride? I agree that it's purposely vague, which makes it intentionally confusing. Here's another link: https://www.uber.com/us/en/marketplace/pricing/surge-pricing https://www.uber.com/us/en/marketplace/pricing/surge-pricing > This encourages more drivers to serve the busy area over time and shifts rider demand, to maintain reliability and restore balance. > Surge pricing is a relief valve for the rideshare marketplace. Without it, when demand for rides exceeds the number of available drivers, riders would wait longer (or might not be able to get a ride at all). Drivers would have less incentive to accept requests in busy areas. Surge pricing helps restore balance to the network. By waiting a bit longer, riders can avoid the surge price.