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by Christian Perea on August 1, 2017 15 Comments

Cargo Pays Rideshare Drivers To Hand Out Snacks To Passengers

Most drivers don’t offer snacks and candy but Cargo is a new start-up that provides drivers with a vending machine-box full of snacks (and other goodies) and pays drivers to hand out or sell these goodies to passengers. Today, senior RSG contributor Christian Perea breaks down how Cargo works and how you get paid. Want to sign up with Cargo? Use our link here.

Cargo is a startup based in New York that is launching a vending machine-box full of snacks and supplies for passengers (many of which are free!). They send a “Cargo” box along with anything that goes inside it to drivers. Drivers then earn money on the side by being paid for whatever is sold or given away through the Cargo box. Basically, instead of paying for a bunch of snacks to increase your tips and ratings, Cargo will send you everything you need AND pay you in the process. You also get some free snacks for yourself 😉

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by Christian Perea on July 17, 2017 15 Comments

2017 Rideshare Lawsuit Roundup: Will We Ever Get A Settlement Check?

Have you been wondering what’s going on with all of the ridesharing lawsuits? We have been, too! Today, senior RSG contributor Christian Perea investigates all the pending litigation against Uber and Lyft, and gives us an update about when we (might) see a resolution – and possible payout. Did we miss anything? Leave an update in the comments below.

If you’ve lost track of all of the lawsuits piling up against Uber (and others), then you’re not alone. There are a lot out there, and some are pretty serious. These cases often take years to wind their ways through the court system, and most of them haven’t even been figured out yet.

I’ve sorted the biggest lawsuits into two groups: lawsuits involving drivers (and possible settlement checks) and lawsuits that have huge implications for the rideshare industry.

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by Jonathan Knope on July 7, 2017 12 Comments

Cities with Extra Requirements for Rideshare Drivers

Not so long ago, it seemed all you needed to start driving for Uber or Lyft was a vehicle and a smartphone, but those days are over. Now, some cities have very strict requirements for rideshare drivers, and not being aware of these regulations could cost you. Today, senior RSG contributor Jon Knope covers which cities have extra requirements for rideshare drivers. Noticed something we missed? Please share in the comments!

I used to joke that all you need in order to drive with Uber is a smart phone and a pulse. But the “wild west” days of rideshare are drawing to a close. Increasingly, drivers and their cars must meet additional requirements in order to drive for Uber and Lyft.

In the early days, there were few rules and no regulations (or, rather, there were rules and regulations – but Uber ignored them all!) Now, local legislatures all over the country are starting to impose additional requirements – from more extensive background checks to special insurance and license requirements. Here’s a comprehensive list of states and cities that will require you to go the extra mile before you even hit the road.

Haven’t signed up yet with Uber or Lyft? You can sign up and get a bonus or guarantee in your city with our referral links!

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by Curtis Preston on May 17, 2017 29 Comments

Is a Toyota Prius the Best Car for a Rideshare Driver?

Harry here. I get a lot of questions from people asking for my advice on the “best car” to buy as a rideshare driver. While there’s a lot that goes into choosing a car to drive for rideshare (UberX, Uber XL, your budget, if you should lease instead of buying, etc.) there are still ways to find which cars make the most financial sense. Today, RSG contributor Curtis Preston takes an in-depth look at the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) on a variety of popular rideshare vehicles, including the Toyota Prius. So does the Prius come out on top? Keep reading to see!

If you’re thinking of rideshare driving but don’t have a car yet, check out our Vehicle Marketplace here. You’ll find leasing options as well as rentals, which can be a great idea if you want to try out a particular type of car or just see if you even like rideshare driving 🙂

Ever taken a ride as a passenger, either for Uber/Lyft or a taxi? Chances are, you were probably in a Toyota Prius. If you’re considering purchasing a new or used car to be a rideshare driver, a Prius may seem like the obvious choice, but is it the best car for the job?

For reference, I purchased a 2013 Toyota Prius with only 15,000 miles on it, and I also own a 2011 Honda Fit. But I do almost all of my ridesharing with the Prius.

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by Jonathan Knope on March 22, 2017 8 Comments

11 FAQs About Rideshare Insurance

Harry here. Rideshare insurance is one of the topics we get asked about most frequently here on the blog. Today, RSG senior contributor Jon Knope takes a look at the 11 most frequently asked questions about rideshare insurance. If you’d like to sign up for rideshare insurance, or talk to an agent and get a quote, please click here.

Car insurance can be an overwhelming topic and adding Uber and Lyft into the mix just makes it more so! Here, we’ll answer some questions we get from new drivers and seasoned veterans alike. If you’ve been ridesharing for a while but still aren’t 100% clear on the insurance issue, give this a read – and let us know if we missed anything!

1. Don’t Uber and Lyft provide insurance?

Rideshare driving is divided into three periods: period one is when you’re online waiting for requests, period two is when you’ve accepted a request and are en route to pick up the passenger, and period three is when you’ve acquired the passenger and are driving to their destination.

Uber Insurance For Rideshare Drivers

During period one, you won’t receive any collision coverage – and the liability limits are much lower than normal. One nasty accident could quickly exceed them, putting you on the hook for many months’ worth of earnings. During periods two and three, Uber and Lyft provide commercial insurance with $1 million in liability but $1,000 deductible on Uber and $2,500 deductible on Lyft.

Another issue is that personal insurers reserve the right to nullify your coverage entirely if you violate their terms and using your vehicle for commercial purposes (such as Uber, Lyft, or food delivery) is one such violation. If (or when) your personal insurer finds out you’re a rideshare driver, they might drop you from your policy and/or deny coverage.

See more reasons to get rideshare coverage here.

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