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Via Driver: Why Uber Drivers Are Switching to Via Rideshare

Christian here, Today we have a sponsored article from Via. They’re one of the biggest rideshare companies that has less than four words in their name and driving for them offers a lot of new and interesting mechanics around earning on the road. I encourage you to check them out!

Via Driver Overview

Via is a rather unique rideshare company when compared to the Big Two. Via drivers get paid to shuttle multiple passengers who are headed in a similar direction, only stopping to pick-up and drop-off on a corner to corner basis. Passengers then walk the last block or two to their destination to avoid unnecessary detours while making the rides more efficient. Most rides are shared rides on Via.

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Everything Drivers Need to Know About Uber Pro

Last week, we covered a new program Uber has rolled out to some drivers across the country called Uber Pro. Now that some drivers have been driving under Uber Pro for a week, we wanted to provide an update on everything we’ve learned about Uber Pro from drivers currently in the program who provided us with screenshots and their perspective on the roll out so far.

Are you a driver in the Uber Pro program? Reach out to us and let us know your thoughts! We’re planning on covering Uber Pro in the coming months to see if it’s living up to its hype – or not.

Thank you to all of the drivers who submitted their initial thoughts (and screenshots) on Uber Pro!

    1. Do drivers start from zero or are previous driving habits taken into account?
    2. When is this coming to my city?
    3. How will I know if I’m included in the Uber Pro beta test?
    4. What will happen to Quests?
    5. Will Uber take a commission from Uber Pro drivers? Will Uber take a commission on the extra 3-6%?
    6. Will part-timer’s be eligible for this?
    7. What are the exact terms for Uber Pro?
    8. How does Uber Pro work in my specific city/state?
    9. Does the extra 3-6% only apply to time/distance?
    10. How do we know what our acceptance rate is?
    11. How do I maintain my Tier status?
    12. How are star ratings and cancellation rates calculated?
    13. Will I Get Points for UberEATS deliveries?

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RSG082: How FarePilot is Listening to its Drivers

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I’m a big fan of companies that put drivers first, listen to drivers and make improvements based on driver feedback. In this episode, I’m talking with Jason Rees of FarePilot about FarePilot (a free app), what it does for drivers, and how it helps drivers earn more. Also, stay tuned until the end of this podcast, where I ask Jason what he’s learned from talking to thousands of drivers.

If you’d like to read a transcript of this podcast, please click here.

If you’d like to read a transcript of this podcast, please click here.

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Comparing the Top 4 Rideshare Apps for Kids

One question we receive a lot on RSG is: are there any dedicated ridesharing companies for kids? It turns out, there are a few – they just aren’t nationwide yet. Today, RSG contributor Paula Gibbins covers the top four rideshare apps out there specifically for driving kids. Do you drive for one of these services? Let us know!

 

One aspect of ridesharing that is gaining more popularity these days is rideshare for kids. The regular rideshare apps like Uber and Lyft do not allow drivers to take unaccompanied minors (even though we all know it happens), but four companies have stepped up to provide transportation for minors – legally.

These four companies have special insurance that allows drivers to transport kids, and they all send their drivers through rigorous background checks to ensure their drivers are safe and can handle driving around the kiddos. In this article, we’ll take a look at the top four rideshare apps for kids and what drivers can expect while working for them.

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