According to 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 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 .