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How Uber Eats works for drivers: Requirements, pay, and a guide to delivering

By Doug H, Updated April 29, 2025 599 Comments

Delivering for Uber Eats has quickly become one of the most popular delivery gigs. Uber Eats delivery drivers enjoy the flexibility of working without a schedule and the freedom to accept or decline any order request. The easy requirements to apply also make Uber Eats an attractive option: You can use just about any vehicle, […]

Originally Published May 17, 2018
Filed Under: Delivery Gigs, Uber, Uber Eats

Rare Uber ride types: WAV, Assist, Courier, X Share, Teen, and more!

By Doug H, Updated January 13, 2025 29 Comments

Did you know that UberX, and XL are not the only ride types in the Uber app? Depending on your city, there can be up to 10 ride types to choose from. But many of the lesser-known ride types are only available in a few cities, To see which Uber services are in your area? Download […]

Originally Published March 22, 2018
Filed Under: Ridesharing, Uber

The best ways to contact Uber customer service: Report problems and live chat with Uber

By Doug H, Updated April 29, 2025 771 Comments

Contacting Uber customer service isn’t always easy. There’s no phone number or email address to contact Uber directly, and many customer service options are hard to find in the app. Here’s the secret to getting fast help from Uber’s chat support: Use the Activity and Help sections of the app to report an issue with your […]

Originally Published March 21, 2018
Filed Under: Ridesharing, Uber

Uber Pool vs Express Pool: What’s the Difference?

By Doug H, Updated June 22, 2022 74 Comments

Note: UberPool and Express Pool are no longer in service. Shared rides are back as UberX Share! When you open the Uber app and enter a destination, you might notice two services that are cheaper UberX: Uber Pool and Express Pool. What are the Pool services, and how is regular Pool different from Express Pool? […]

Originally Published March 13, 2018
Filed Under: Uber

What’s the difference between UberX, XL, Comfort, Black, and SUV?

By Doug H, Updated August 5, 2025 727 Comments

Did you know that there are 7+ ride types on the Uber app? Each ride type has a different rider capacity, a different cost, and a different purpose. The most common ride types in most cities are UberX, XL, Comfort, Premier, and Black. X is the standard ride for 4 riders, Comfort gives you more […]

Originally Published February 16, 2018
Filed Under: Ridesharing, Uber

Fired from Uber: Why drivers get deactivated, & how to get reactivated

By Doug H, Updated January 18, 2024 845 Comments

It’s every Uber driver’s worst nightmare: You try to log into the Uber Driver app and find that you can’t go online because your account has been disabled. What can you do to start driving again? Getting deactivated is especially frustrating when it comes with no warning or explanation. The good news is that if […]

Originally Published February 7, 2018
Filed Under: Ridesharing, Uber

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

How much does Uber cost? Get a fare estimate & see prices

By Doug H, Updated August 5, 2025 197 Comments

Do you want to know how much your Uber will cost before you request it? You might not want to get an Uber if you have no idea how much the ride will cost! The good news is that Uber provides upfront cost estimates right inside the app. The best way to get an Uber […]

Originally Published January 25, 2018
Filed Under: Uber

Will you pass the Uber background check? See the latest requirements

By Doug H, Updated April 29, 2025 1,523 Comments

If you want to drive with Uber or deliver for Uber Eats, you must undergo a background check that looks into your criminal history and driving record. Uber can reject your application if your background doesn’t meet the current screening criteria! Read on to learn how the background check works and what issues in your […]

Originally Published January 15, 2018
Filed Under: Uber

Can you drive for Uber with your car? See vehicle requirements

By Doug H, Updated April 29, 2025 1,215 Comments

If you want to drive for Uber, you need to have access to a vehicle that meets all of the current requirements. You a few options: You can use a vehicle you already own, you can rent a vehicle through Uber, or you can buy a qualifying car. Read on to learn the current Uber […]

Originally Published January 7, 2018
Filed Under: Uber

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