Uber could face legal action over allegations it used an internal software programme to secretly track drivers from rival firm Lyft . The software , dubbed Hell , also allowed Uber to track drivers who worked for both firms , and allegedly offered extra incentives to work exclusively for Uber . The news comes as the ride - hailing firm faces a legal dispute with Alphabet , as well as numerous cases of sexual harassment and discrimination .
Uber could face legal action over allegations it used an internal software programme to secretly track drivers from rival firm Lyft. The software, dubbed Hell, also allowed Uber to target drivers who worked for both companies, and allegedly offered extra incentives to work exclusively for Uber. The news comes as the ride-hailing firm faces a legal battle with Alphabet, as well as numerous cases of sexual harassment and discrimination.