On Monday, Uber drivers in New York City called for a strike after the company decided to reduce its fares by 15%. Several hundred people joined the rally that happened outside of the company's headquarters in New York City. It is estimated that the company currently employs 30,000 drivers. This fare cut will greatly affect drivers who must cover their insurance, gas, and vehicle costs. Despite the call for a strike, many drivers still maintained their normal work schedule.
See "Uber Drivers in NYC Protest Company's Fare Cut", The New York Times, February 1, 2016