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Drivers: Uber won’t pay for this type of damage to your car!

Updated July 12, 2023 By Doug HLeave a Comment

If you drive for Uber long enough, there is a solid chance that your car is going to be damaged by a passenger. The good news is that Uber has a system that charges passengers a cleaning and damage fee that can compensate you for messes and damage. You can get anywhere from $20–$250 for […]

Originally Published July 12, 2023
Filed Under: Uber

Every EV rental option for Uber and Lyft drivers! Teslas from Hertz, and more

Updated July 12, 2023 By Doug H1 Comment

Want to use an electric vehicle to drive for Uber and Lyft? Both companies now offer EV rentals in most major US cities through Hertz, Avis, and Flexdrive.  EV rentals start at ~$330 per week, plus taxes and fees. You can rent a Tesla, Chevy Bolt, Kia Niro, Hyundai Kona, and other popular EV models. […]

Originally Published June 22, 2023
Filed Under: Lyft, Uber

See which insurance companies offer rideshare insurance in your state!

Updated June 13, 2023 By Doug HLeave a Comment

Every Uber or Lyft driver should have rideshare insurance. A rideshare-friendly policy closes gaps in your coverage so you are protected in every situation. But shopping for rideshare insurance isn’t always easy. Uber now has a convenient page that lists rideshare insurance carriers in your state. It uses your geolocation to give you a custom […]

Originally Published June 13, 2023
Filed Under: Lyft, Uber

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

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

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

Which Uber Pro rewards are worth it? And how to get the Diamond cash bonus

Updated February 9, 2023 By Doug H10 Comments

Uber has been pushing the Uber Pro rewards program on drivers for years. They frequently revamp the program to add new incentives—like cash bonuses or the ability to set an area preference. But which Uber Pro benefits are actually worth it? Not only do you have to do lots of rides, but you also have […]

Originally Published February 9, 2023
Filed Under: Uber

Pay for long rides on Uber & Lyft is lower than ever! Drivers complain

Updated February 1, 2023 By Doug H1 Comment

Long rides used to be some of the most profitable trips for Uber and Lyft drivers back when fare rates were higher. But now that Uber & Lyft rolled out the new upfront pricing model, payouts for long rides are getting low. So low that drivers can’t stop sharing screenshots of the bad ride offers […]

Originally Published February 1, 2023
Filed Under: Lyft, Uber

How to get instant pay on Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, Spark, Instacart, and Amazon Flex

Updated June 8, 2023 By Doug HLeave a Comment

You earned it, and now you want to cash it out—But most gig apps only deposit your earnings once each week! If you need your money sooner than payday, many apps allow you to instantly withdraw your earnings—for a fee. But what are your options if you want quick access to your earnings without paying […]

Originally Published November 29, 2022
Filed Under: Amazon Flex, DoorDash, Instacart, Lyft, Spark, Uber, Uber Eats

Crazy low pay for some Uber Eats orders—only $1.44? Here’s what’s going on

Updated September 26, 2022 By Doug H21 Comments

Recently, Uber Eats delivery drivers began getting unusually low payouts for orders—as low as $1.44. Base payouts are typically around $3, so drivers wonder why pay is dipping to absurd new lows. UPDATE: The low payouts—<$2.50 for an order or <$1.50 for an add on—were most likely caused by a glitch. Trip supplements and tip […]

Originally Published September 22, 2022
Filed Under: Delivery Gigs, Uber, Uber Eats

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