1. Program Reset Date: The reduced service fee program resets on 1st July each year, and new drivers can apply as soon as the program resets (Uber) (Uber).

2. Eligibility Criteria:

   • New drivers must upload a battery electric vehicle (BEV) to their Uber account.
   • They must meet all driving and documentary requirements for driving on the Uber app.
   • After uploading the BEV, they need to take at least one trip with the vehicle after 1st July to qualify for the service fee reduction (Uber) (Uber).

3. Application Process:

   • Once a new driver has met the eligibility criteria and taken a trip with their BEV, they will be automatically considered for the program.
   • The program is limited to the first 2,500 eligible drivers, so early application is recommended to secure a spot (Uber) (Uber).

4. Notification:

   • Drivers will be notified by email once their space in the program is secured (Uber).

In summary, new drivers are eligible to apply for the reduced service fee program starting from the reset date of 1st July. They need to ensure they upload their BEV to the Uber app and complete at least one trip with it to be considered for the program, provided they are within the first 2,500 eligible applicants.

For more detailed information, visit Uber’s official announcement and help page.