Uber expands into public transport with new partnership

Uber has joined forces with transportation technology company TransLoc to expand the taxi-ordering service into public transport.

TransLoc Rider app, a smartphone application that provides real-time bus tracking and route planning, will be integrated with Uber’s app for ordering cabs.

TransLoc, which builds technology products for public transit passengers and agencies, said the integration will allow passengers to plan trips that combine public transportation with Uber rides and walking.

The partnership will enhance attractiveness of public transportation by providing more options getting to or from the bus or train stop, TranLock added.