Uber CEO hands keys of new Polestar 2 to Samson S. 

Last month, as part of Uber Australia’s 10 year anniversary celebrations, we announced that one lucky driver partner or delivery person would win a new, luxury electric vehicle (EV). 

Every driver partner and delivery person that completed a trip or delivery between 23 September and 3 October was entered into a lucky draw for the grand prize. Drawn from millions of entries across the country, we’re excited to announce the winner of a brand new Polestar 2: Samson S. from Melbourne.

Samson has been with the platform for five years – two as a delivery person with Uber Eats, and more recently as a driver partner on Uber. As a single dad to his five year old daughter, the ability to work his own hours was the driving factor as he loves to spend as much time as possible with her. 

While he was in Sydney this week, Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi met with Samson and his daughter to hand over the keys to the new Polestar 2 in person.

“What’s great about Uber is that I feel like they are always sharing information and good vibes and it kind of feels like a family-owned business, and I’m part of it,” said Samson when reflecting on his experience with Uber. 

Earlier in his Uber experience, Samson also worked as a restaurant manager and was an early stage Uber restaurant partner. He recalls seeing Uber ads, and as a tech company and growing business, he didn’t want to miss out on the opportunity. 

Originally from Sri Lanka, Samson moved to Australia in 2010 and completed a Bachelor of Commerce, which he’s putting to use having recently launched his own activewear brand, Miazmu. 

He loves to travel, seeing his family in Canada whenever he can with his next trip planned in May. Samson remarked on how Uber has helped him meet new people and learn the Australian lifestyle, stating, “I love to meet new people and chat; every time you meet new people there’s a different story”. 

As he prepares to upgrade his ride to a new Polestar 2, Samson is excited to be a part of what he knows is the future of transport – electric vehicles. His new ride will also make him eligible to drive with Uber Premier and Comfort products, which bring increased earning potential for driver partners.

Samson added, “I’m always thinking about the future and what’s the next big thing. Uber is also always talking about the future: electric cars, going green. And now to see the action first hand – and to be part of it – is amazing.”