Location tracking is all or nothing with Uber. Normal apps offer "track only when using", but Uber demands "Always track". If the past year has taught us anything, its "dont trust Uber to do the right thing".
Partial workaround: disable GPS for the Uber app, and only turn it back on if you absolutely must use Uber.
In the meantime Ive been using the friendly Uber competitor, and so far its worked like a charm. Thanks Uber, for encouraging me to check out other apps!
pgk2008 about Uber, v3.244.2