Uber, DiDi to Raise Australian Fares Amid Fuel Price Surge for Drivers

‘Rising fuel prices have a real impact on all Aussies, particularly those who are making deliveries,’ said DoorDash VP Simon Rossi.

Uber's logo is pictured at its office in Bogota, Colombia, Dec. 12, 2019. Luisa Gonzalez/Reuters

Passengers will bear the cost of surging fuel prices as rideshare giants raise fares.

Uber and DiDi are among the delivery and transport companies that have introduced additional charges amid growing concern about Australia’s fuel supply due to the Middle East conflict.