Ford Next has announced that it is collaborating with Uber to offer a new lease option for rideshare drivers called Ford Drive. The pilot program offers flexible access to Ford Mustang Mach-E models and has launched in San Diego, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. Ford Drive’s Los Angeles vehicle deliveries began today.
The flexible lease allows rideshare drivers to select their Mustang Mach-E for between one- and four-month increments, depending on the location. The Mustang Mach-E is delivered to the driver within two weeks, and they use the Ford Drive app to manage payments and service. Ford initially tested the program in San Diego in 2022.
“We understand uptime and ease of use are critical to every rideshare driver. As more of them make the switch to electric vehicles, we’re building the Ford Drive program around their unique needs,” said Bill Knapp, who leads Ford Drive. “We’re glad that the initial feedback on this venture has been so strong, and it’s exciting to learn from these driver experiences to explore solutions supporting Uber and Ford’s shared electrification goals.”
