Tech I’ve been driving Uber

[Further]

to earn a bit extra I signed up about a month ago. I still have my regular 40h/week job so Uber is just an extra boost. So far pretty decent. Ive made between $450-$600 each week so far or about $24/h before gas and stuff. Not going to get rich driving, but if I can earn an extra $25K a year that would really help in expensive CA.

Anyone else drive for Uber/Lyft?

 

[GriLtCheeZ]

I give this post:

 

[tlongII]

I use Uber all the time. Great idea.

 

[Further]

I signed up to drive lyft too but haven’t done it yet. There are some good incentives to sticking with one or the other.

 

[stampedehero]

I like the private taxi concept.

 

[Lanny]

to earn a bit extra I signed up about a month ago. I still have my regular 40h/week job so Uber is just an extra boost. So far pretty decent. Ive made between $450-$600 each week so far or about $24/h before gas and stuff. Not going to get rich driving, but if I can earn an extra $25K a year that would really help in expensive CA.

Anyone else drive for Uber/Lyft?

The problem with Uber, as I see it, is that they don't have to follow all the regulations or procure all the permits that traditional taxi cabs have to do. For example, they don't have to pick up handicapped people nor do they have to procure a permit to pick up passengers at the Portland airport. Now, I could be wrong so if I am I would appreciate reading it.

 

[EL PRESIDENTE]

I'd need a new car as mine is too old and crappy to qualify. Not sure if it'd be worth getting a new car just to do Lyft/Uber?

 

[MarAzul]

they don't have to pick up handicapped people

Why would that be a problem? Do you think they would reject a fair from a lady with a bum leg?

 

[Further]

The problem with Uber, as I see it, is that they don't have to follow all the regulations or procure all the permits that traditional taxi cabs have to do. For example, they don't have to pick up handicapped people nor do they have to procure a permit to pick up passengers at the Portland airport. Now, I could be wrong so if I am I would appreciate reading it.

We are required to pick up who we are capable of picking up, someone with a walker for example, but we don’t have to pick up someone with an electric scooter. We have to pick up people with service animals even if we are allergic or the animals are dirty. We have to have correct signage/permits for some airports and not others, that’s up to the airport and city. I’m san Francisco I need my permit for SFO but not for Oakland.

As far as Taxi’s are concerned, they still exist but be ready to pay much more. I took a Uber from Seattle airport to my brothers house for $28, the time before I did a Taxi for $75.

As far asl

 

[Further]

I'd need a new car as mine is too old and crappy to qualify. Not sure if it'd be worth getting a new car just to do Lyft/Uber?

Uber will pay for your new car as long as you drive some specific number of hours a week.

But I bought a 2014 Jetta with 30,000 miles on it in great condition for $10,400 just to use for Uber. Fake leather seats so it’s easy to clean. My monthly payment is about $215 which I make in about 9 hours of driving. So one 12 hour day pays for my car and insurance for the month.

 

[Further]

Next weekend I’m going to drive in San Francisco during peak hours which should end up paying me closer to $40-50/ hour.

 

[Further]

If anyone decides to sign up to drive Uber please let me know. If you use my referral code I’ll make $500 before taxes. I’d certainly kick you back some money.

 

[EL PRESIDENTE]

I may be getting laid off here at work in the next two weeks, I'm guessing I can't drive for uber and still get Unemployment benefits (cucks)?

 

[bodyman5000 and 1]

Took a cab from airport to my house a couple of years ago. That piece of crap Charger was the scariest car I've ridden in for a long time.

 

[EL PRESIDENTE]

 

[Further]

I may be getting laid off here at work in the next two weeks, I'm guessing I can't drive for uber and still get Unemployment benefits (cucks)?

You pay your own taxes for Uber, youget%100 if you money then it’s up to you.


If you are interested get a move on, they need to do background checks on you and approve the car and insurance

 

[THE HCP]

Love Uber/Lyft...... landing at JFK and getting to my hotel in Manhattan used to be a bitch! Waiting in those taxi lines. Now it is fantastic. Started using Lyft last summer only because it is synced to my Delta account and I get miles for my trips. Best Uber ride I've ever had was in Rio. Riding around with the drivers with their families all crammed in a tiny car dodging donkeys! Best time ever! Looks like The HCP has a 4.91 rating!

 

[THE HCP]

Also, I looked into being a driver in the summer when I have tons of time off, but they said my car was too old.

 

[Further]

Love Uber/Lyft...... landing at JFK and getting to my hotel in Manhattan used to be a bitch! Waiting in those taxi lines. Now it is fantastic. Started using Lyft last summer only because it is synced to my Delta account and I get miles for my trips. Best Uber ride I've ever had was in Rio. Riding around with the drivers with their families all crammed in a tiny car dodging donkeys! Best time ever! Looks like The HCP has a 4.91 rating!

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So far it’s been pretty fun. I’ve driven a couple hundred rides with only one really bad one.

But I met some cool restaurant owners who tipped me by calling in an order of steak fajitas for me when I dropped them off at their restaurant.

Also drove two old leathered up gay dudes who were half drunk and hilarious. Drove a teenager whose mom gave me an extra $10 to tell her son “Call your FUCKING mom or I won’t let you out”

All in all some funny people.

 

[EL PRESIDENTE]

Also, I looked into being a driver in the summer when I have tons of time off, but they said my car was too old.

I GOT A 4.94 RATING YO

 

[CupWizier]

to earn a bit extra I signed up about a month ago. I still have my regular 40h/week job so Uber is just an extra boost. So far pretty decent. Ive made between $450-$600 each week so far or about $24/h before gas and stuff. Not going to get rich driving, but if I can earn an extra $25K a year that would really help in expensive CA.

Anyone else drive for Uber/Lyft?

I have never used Uber or Lyft but I know my two younger kids use it often. It's been pretty good for them, but my son has had a few issues as a couple times they have gone to the alley way of their house and then end up one block over by their GPS. They even tried to get him for a no show when they never made it to the actual address.

 

[Further]

Also, I looked into being a driver in the summer when I have tons of time off, but they said my car was too old.

Can always give your ride to your kids and get a new one. Step it up to something fancy and earn more driving Uber black.

 

[Further]

I have never used Uber or Lyft but I know my two younger kids use it often. It's been pretty good for them, but my son has had a few issues as a couple times they have gone to the alley way of their house and then end up one block over by their GPS. They even tried to get him for a no show when they never made it to the actual address.

Tell him to turn on live location and then the driver can see exactly where the rider is, or at least where their phone is.

 

[Lanny]

Tell him to turn on live location and then the driver can see exactly where the rider is, or at least where their phone is.

Even taxis won't pick you up at some locations. I learned that the hard way while trying to catch a ride to the airport. Ended up calling a friend. Barely made it on time.

 

[CupWizier]

Tell him to turn on live location and then the driver can see exactly where the rider is, or at least where their phone is.

Wouldn't just giving an address accomplish what the driver needs? I know that's how I find a lot of locations these days. For the most part they have had pretty good service but he did mention these couple of situations.

 

[Further]

Wouldn't just giving an address accomplish what the driver needs? I know that's how I find a lot of locations these days. For the most part they have had pretty good service but he did mention these couple of situations.

Not always, some addresses aren’t clear cut. Some address numbers aren’t posted, some mapping is off but a few dozen yards. Might not sound like a lot, but I’ve been called to several addresses where the mapping system actually puts the address on one road while the side road or back alley is where the person is expecting to be picked up. Especially tricky in condo or apartment complexes. Many will have one address like 1155 E. Elm number 143. The 1155 is where the mapping puts us even though 143 might be five buildings over. Turning on live location let’s us see where they are within a couple feet.

 

[Further]

Usually addresses are fin. The worse one is when people put in bus stops or train stops. The mapping on those are terrible and I’m not going to drive around for 15 minutes hoping to figure it out.

 

[CupWizier]

Usually addresses are fin. The worse one is when people put in bus stops or train stops. The mapping on those are terrible and I’m not going to drive around for 15 minutes hoping to figure it out.

lol, yeah, I can see that being difficult. That's the one problem I see with Uber or Lyft is not being able to identify it as your ride like a cabbie with the bright colors, taxi sign and lighted sign on top. Get a outside sound system where you can call out going by the stop and say "anyone looking for an Uber ride?"

 

[Further]

lol, yeah, I can see that being difficult. That's the one problem I see with Uber or Lyft is not being able to identify it as your ride like a cabbie with the bright colors, taxi sign and lighted sign on top. Get a outside sound system where you can call out going by the stop and say "anyone looking for an Uber ride?"

Well they have my make and model and if I can’t find someone, first I text them something like “I’m parked in front of the cleaners with my hazards on”. Then if I don’t get a response within a minute or two I call. If no answer or if they still aren’t able to communicate I cancel and leave.

 

[THE HCP]

Can always give your ride to your kids and get a new one. Step it up to something fancy and earn more driving Uber black.

Not sure the exact rules, but I don't think I can be an Uber Black driver......dviss could though, right? #BAM