Uber may sound like a great idea as a rider and/or a driver on the surface. And it does work for alot of people in mostly big city environments. But as tuccillo pointed out, it's not going to make a driver much money.
As a potential driver, one should really ask themselves "do I really want to pick up people I do not know, at a time and place that I normally wouldn't go to, and take them to a place that is unfamiliar to me?" Not to mention rude and belligerent riders, drunks, etc. And as a passenger, sticking your thumb out for a ride amounts to the same level of safety you'd get from an unknown Uber driver. And don't be fooled into thinking the drivers are fully vetted, and their vehicles thoroughly inspected for safety.
No, I dont think the average Villager needs Uber in their life. Too much risk, very little reward. Just my opinion.
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