NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Uber has introduced its Women Rider Preference feature in Nashville, allowing women passengers to specifically request female drivers for added safety and comfort while navigating the city.

The rideshare company launched the feature this week in Nashville as part of an expansion to 26 additional cities across the United States. The option comes after successful pilot programs earlier this year in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Detroit, Phoenix and Denver.

"If it's a girl, you know you can trust her," one visitor said.

The feature addresses a top concern among women riders nationwide. Uber reports that approximately 75% of women riders support having the option to match with female drivers, making it one of the company's most-requested features.

"Even if you're so

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