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Changes to surge on Uber: Sticky surge and dollar amounts are gone!

Updated May 12, 2023 By Doug H9 Comments

Uber drivers in Florida noticed a big change to the surge pricing system: Surge dollar amounts are no longer visible on the map, and surges are no longer ‘sticky.’ Drivers also noticed that the exact surge amount isn’t displayed on the trip request screen, the Trip Radar screen, or the ride receipt. Some drivers thought the […]

Originally Published May 12, 2023
Filed Under: Uber

A guide to every bonus and incentive for Spark drivers!

Updated May 11, 2023 By Doug H2 Comments

The Spark app offers several different bonus incentives that can help you increase your earnings. You can get bonuses for shopping during weekend hours, bonuses for hitting order goals, or bonuses for doing orders from certain retailers. But some drivers have trouble achieving incentives, and others don’t get any incentive offers at all. Here’s how […]

Originally Published May 11, 2023
Filed Under: Spark

Uber credit card rewards: Get Uber Cash and free Uber One membership!

Updated July 6, 2023 By Doug HLeave a Comment

Credit card rewards are one of the most reliable ways to save on Uber rides and Uber Eats orders. Currently, you can get rewards on Uber with Capitol One, American Express, and Apple credit cards. You can get cash back on Uber purchases, free Uber Cash that you can use on any ride and order, […]

Originally Published May 3, 2023
Filed Under: Uber

Lyft driver rewards: Are Gold or Platinum worth it?

Updated May 2, 2023 By Doug HLeave a Comment

One of the main appeals of driving for Lyft is that you are free to drive when you want, and free to accept or decline any ride request. But Lyft has to balance driver flexibility with customer experience. Passenger wait times increase when drivers stay home during rush hour. That’s why Lyft created the Lyft […]

Originally Published May 2, 2023
Filed Under: Lyft

So, does your acceptance rate on Spark matter or not?

Updated August 28, 2023 By Doug HLeave a Comment

When you talk to delivery drivers on apps like Uber Eats and DoorDash, they’ll tell you your acceptance rate (AR) doesn’t matter. You can decline orders all day and new ones will still come in. That may not be the case on Spark. Spark used to say that a higher acceptance rate can lead to […]

Originally Published April 1, 2023
Filed Under: Spark

Openbay vs CarAdvise: Which is the best way to find car repair?

Updated March 30, 2023 By Doug HLeave a Comment

Openbay and CarAdvise are services with a similar goal: To help you search for local automotive services, get upfront pricing estimates, and book services online. Each promises to save you time and money on car repair, and both offer a paid membership that promises even more savings. So how do the two stack up? Are […]

Originally Published March 30, 2023
Filed Under: Apps, Ridesharing

Someone else’s food delivered to your door? What you should do!

Updated March 16, 2023 By Doug H3 Comments

It’s a common story in the age of delivery apps: A mysterious bag of food that you didn’t order appears in front of your door. What should you do? Should you contact the restaurant or the delivery app? Here are practical steps suggested by delivery drivers and restaurants. Start by reading the receipt or label […]

Originally Published March 16, 2023
Filed Under: Delivery Apps

UberX Teen: Rides for minors are here! How it works for teens, parents, and drivers

Updated May 17, 2023 By Doug H4 Comments

Uber announced a new feature that allows minors to take an Uber ride without being accompanied by an adult. With UberX Teen, teens aged 13–17 can request a ride from their own Uber account after a parent or guardian adds them to a family profile. Approved teen profiles can also place an Uber Eats delivery. Parents […]

Originally Published March 15, 2023
Filed Under: Uber

The two big problems with Petco orders on DoorDash!

Updated July 28, 2023 By Doug H3 Comments

DoorDash isn’t just for food anymore! A partnership with Petco is one of many new attempts to branch out into new delivery categories. So if you choose same-day retail delivery on a Petco order, a DoorDash driver will likely be the person who handles your delivery. But Dashers have two big problems Petco orders: They […]

Originally Published March 7, 2023
Filed Under: DoorDash

Deactivated by Spark? Steps to appeal and get your account back!

Updated August 18, 2023 By Doug H22 Comments

It can happen completely out of nowhere: You log into Spark to deliver for the day and find a shocking notice: “Your Spark driver account has been deactivated.” Deactivated = fired! You can’t log in, you can’t get order requests, and you can’t earn. You’ve lost your gig! Can you get it back? Sometimes Spark […]

Originally Published February 23, 2023
Filed Under: Spark

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