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What’s the difference between Lyft, Lyft XL, Extra Comfort, and Black?

By Doug H, Updated January 13, 2026 109 Comments

Did you know that Lyft has 5 ride types in some cities? Each ride type has a different cost, a different maximum passenger capacity, and a different purpose. So, how can you tell which ride is right for you? Read on to learn the difference between every ride type and the best use for each […]

Originally Published February 20, 2018
Filed Under: Lyft, Ridesharing

The Top 5 Tax Mistakes Uber and Lyft Drivers Can Easily Avoid

By Doug H, Updated January 2, 2025 41 Comments

Note: This article contains affiliate links. This article is intended for general informational purposes and may not reflect your unique tax situation. If you’re a driver in the gig economy, you are operating as an independent contractor and a sole proprietor — A business owner! And as the new owner of non-W2 business income, your taxes […]

Originally Published January 31, 2018
Filed Under: Lyft, Ridesharing, Uber

You can cancel any Lyft ride, but watch out for fees! How to get a refund

By Doug H, Updated January 11, 2024 20 Comments

Have you ever been charged a cancellation fee on Lyft? It’s a frustrating charge, especially if you don’t think it was justified. Learn how cancellation fees work on Lyft and see how to dispute a fee and get a refund! What you need to know To cancel a Lyft ride, tap Edit ride > Cancel […]

Originally Published January 12, 2018
Filed Under: Lyft

Driving for Uber in the military: See the requirements

By Doug H, Updated October 18, 2023 8 Comments

Driving for Uber is appealing for military members because it allows you to work on a flexible schedule that you can fit into the unpredictable military life. But enlisted members regularly move around the country and the world for training, deployments, and other obligations. That means that military members run into a problem during the […]

Originally Published December 5, 2017
Filed Under: Lyft, Ridesharing, Uber

Driving with an LLC or Corp? How to send your EIN to Uber or Lyft

By Doug H, Updated January 19, 2022 234 Comments

Most Uber and Lyft drivers are sole proprietors who will report their ride share earnings on the Schedule C tax form, but some of you may have an LLC, corporation, or other tax entity that you prefer to operate under. It’s a smart move — by reporting your Uber and Lyft earnings under the umbrella […]

Originally Published January 11, 2017
Filed Under: Lyft, Ridesharing, Uber

The RidesharingDriver.com Guide to Cars in the Gig Economy

By Doug H, Updated April 7, 2023 32 Comments

Cars! As an Uber and Lyft driver, your vehicle is your biggest asset, your office, and at the end of the day, your ride home. Driving the right car can make your ride fares higher, keep your fuel and maintenance costs low, and make your job a lot more enjoyable. In the collection of posts […]

Originally Published September 25, 2015
Filed Under: Lyft, Ridesharing, Uber

How far can you go in a Lyft? What’s the maximum ride distance?

By Doug H, Updated January 7, 2025 2 Comments

Let’s say you and your friends want to take a late-night trip to Vegas or a run to the border. You’ve been drinking, so you decide to use Lyft. How far can the Lyft driver take you? Is there a maximum distance for a Lyft ride? The maximum Lyft distance is 60 miles After 60 […]

Originally Published March 5, 2014
Filed Under: Lyft

Here’s what Lyft sent me when I became a driver in 2013

By Doug H, Updated May 27, 2015 Leave a Comment

Editor’s note: Ever wondered what Lyft was like in the early days? I was a founding Lyft driver in 2013, back when every new driver got a box full of free swag. This is one of the first posts that I wrote for this website. Have you ever wondered how all those Lyft cars get […]

Originally Published October 29, 2013
Filed Under: Lyft

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