Nashville Uber and Lyft drivers warn of ‘ruined vacations’ as they vote to strike

Recently formed Tennessee Drivers Union to take action at city airport as wave of Labor Day tourists is expected

Hundreds of ride-share drivers for Uber and Lyft in Nashville, Tennessee, have voted to begin a strike on Friday 30 August at Nashville international airport, warning of ruined vacations" as the city prepares for a wave of tourists celebrating the Labor Day holiday weekend.

The recently formed Tennessee Drivers Union is taking action to raise awareness of their demands for improvements to their pay and working conditions.