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If you’re thinking of driving for Lyft, but want to know what the Lyft vehicle requirements are, you’ve come to the right place. A little further down on this page you’ll find the current (and most up to date) Lyft car requirements for every U.S. market and state.

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Lyft Car Requirements For Every U.S. Market

When it comes to your vehicle, in most places, if your car is less than 15 years old, it should meet the Lyft vehicle requirements for your state or market. This is quite a change from a few years ago. It used to be that you needed a car that was less than 8 years old to drive with Lyft in most places. In some cities, the Lyft vehicle requirements specified a vehicle that was a maximum of 5 years old!

Lyft loosened their vehicle requirements in 2016 to allow older vehicles onto the system. Since the average age of a car in the United States is 11.8 years, this opened up the Lyft platform to a lot more available vehicles and helped spur their incredible 2017 growth spurt.

Lyft currently offers five different vehicle types to riders: Lyft (regular sedans), Lyft XL (7 seats+), Lyft Lux (fancier), Lyft Lux Black (fanciest), and Lyft Lux Black XL (fanciest suvs).

To qualify for Lyft or Lyft XL in most places, you’ll need a 2004 or newer vehicle. The other vehicle types are part of Lyft’s premium services. The Lyft vehicle requirements for premium vehicles are more stringent, and now require at least a 2011 or newer vehicle. In many states, regardless of your vehicle’s age, you’ll need to pass a vehicle inspection to make sure the car is in good condition.

The Lyft vehicle requirements for all services were last updated by Lyft at the end of June, 2018. Lyft only updates vehicle requirements once a year. So, if your vehicle is a 2004 model, in most Lyft markets, you’ll be able to drive that car for at least a year on the Lyft system. In June, 2019, though, the Lyft markets that require a 2004 vehicle will likely switch to require a 2004 vehicle instead.

Further down this page, we cover the specific Lyft car requirements for Lyft XL, Lyft Lux, Lyft Lux Black, and Lyft Lux Black XL. Then, we briefly go over the Lyft vehicle condition, Lyft inspection (including where to get your Lyft vehicle inspection), and Lyft driver requirements.

Lyft Car Requirements – Select Your State

For each state, we provide the source pages of the information from the Lyft site.

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Lyft Vehicle Requirements – State By State

 

Alabama Vehicle Requirements

To satisfy the Lyft vehicle requirements in Alabama, you’ll need a 2004 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition. Alabama’s new rideshare law just came into effect, which means you will now need to pass a vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft in Alabama.

Popular Lyft vehicles in Alabama include the Honda Civic and Nissan Altima.

Additional vehicle requirements for certain Alabama cities: None. Lyft used to require a newer vehicle for Birmingham and Mobile, but that is no longer the case.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. You’ll need to submit a completed vehicle inspection form

Additional document requirements for certain Alabama cities: None.

Source: Alabama Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Alabama Driver Information

Alaska Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Alaska, you’ll need a 2006 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver. While your car should be in good condition, you won’t need to pass a vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft in Alaska.

Popular Lyft vehicles in Alaska include the Chevy Cruze and Honda Civic.

Additional vehicle requirements for certain Alaska cities: None. Anchorage used to require 2005 when the rest of Alaska was 2002, but then Lyft switched the whole state to 2006.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. Alaska does not require a vehicle inspection form

Additional document requirements for certain Alaska cities: None.

Source: Alaska Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Alaska Driver Information

Arizona Vehicle Requirements

The Lyft car requirements for Arizona are pretty lenient. You’ll just need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition, and you will have to pass a vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft in Arizona.

Popular Lyft vehicles in Arizona include the Ford Escape and Honda Civic.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Arizona Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. You’ll need to submit a completed vehicle inspection form

Additional documents required for certain Arizona cities:

Phoenix: You can get a free inspection at the Lyft Hub.
Tucson, Flagstaff and Sedona: Have your inspection form completed by a licensed mechanic within 30 days of becoming approved to drive.

Source: Arizona Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Arizona Driver Information

Arkansas Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Arkansas, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition. Since Arkansas passed a statewide rideshare law in 2015, new drivers have been required to pass a vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft in Arkansas.

Popular Lyft vehicles in Arkansas include the Nissan Altima and Toyota Camry.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Arkansas Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. You’ll need to submit a vehicle inspection form. The inspection must be performed by an ASE certified mechanic within 90 days of approval.

Additional documents required for certain Arkansas cities: None.

Source: Arkansas Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Arkansas Driver Information

California Lyft Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in California, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition. In most of the major California markets however (see cities below), you’ll need a 2004 or newer car. While some municipalities in CA require a business license, you can now get a business license from the state that works in all of California’s 482 municlipalities.

Popular Lyft vehicles in California include the Toyota Prius, Toyota Camry Hybrid, and Honda Civic.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain California Cities: Your car must be a 2004 model or newer in Bakersfield, Fresno, Inland Empire, Los Angeles, Modesto, Monterey, Napa/Sonoma, Orange County, Santa Barbara, Sacramento, San Diego, San Francisco/Oakland, San Jose, Santa Cruz, Stockton, or Ventura.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. California personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. California License Plate
3. California Driver’s License
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. You’ll need to submit a vehicle inspection form. Vehicle inspections in California must be renewed annually or every 50,000 miles.

If you live in Los Angeles, Orange County, or the surrounding areas, you can get your Lyft inspection renewal (not your initial inspection) for free at these locations.

If you live in San Francisco, San Jose, Sacramento, or the surrounding areas, you can get your Lyft inspection renewal (not your initial inspection) for free at these locations.

Additional documents required for certain California cities: The following cities or counties may require a business license if you drove for Lyft on more than 30 days in the last fiscal year. Click the city name for more info.

• Los Angeles
• Orange County
• Sacramento County
• San Diego
• San Francisco
• San Jose

Source: California Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft California Driver Information

Colorado Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Colorado, you’ll need a 2004 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Colorado Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Colorado vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. You’ll need to submit a vehicle inspection form.
6. Colorado TNC Medical Exam. You’ll need to download the Colorado TNC Medical Exam Packet and have it completed by certified health professional. Click here for more information.

Additional documents required for certain Colorado cities: Drivers who reside in Telluride need to obtain a business license. Drivers who reside in Vail must obtain an operating permit.

Source: Colorado Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Colorado Driver Information

Connecticut Vehicle Requirements

Connecticut is one of the stricter states when it comes to Lyft vehicle requirements. To drive with Lyft in Connecticut, you’ll need a 2006 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver. While your car should be in good working condition, you don’t need to pass a vehicle inspection.

Popular Lyft cars in Connecticut include the Honda Accord and Nissan Rouge.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Connecticut Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. Connecticut does not require a vehicle inspection form

Additional documents required for certain Connecticut cities: None.

Source: Connecticut Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Connecticut Driver Information

Delaware Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Delaware, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition. Delaware requires an inspection for all vehicles registered in the state. That inspection satisfies the Lyft vehicle inspection requirement in Delaware.

Popular Lyft cars in Delaware include the Honda Accord and Toyota Corolla.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Delaware Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. If your vehicle is registered in Delaware, you’ll need to submit a photo of your Delaware license plate with registration sticker. For vehicles registered in another state, you’ll need to submit proof of any other state inspection.

Additional documents required for certain Delaware cities: None.

Source: Delaware Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Delaware Driver Information

Florida Vehicle Requirements

To satisfy the Lyft car requirements in Florida, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition. However, you will not have to pass a vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft in Florida.

Popular Lyft cars in Florida include the Toyota Camry and Honda Civic.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Florida Cities: If you live in the following cities, your vehicle must be a 2006 or newer model:

• Bradenton
• Jacksonville
• Miami
• Naples
• Orlando
• Port Charlotte
• Sarasota
• Tampa

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Florida personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. Florida does not require a vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft

Additional documents required for certain Florida cities: None.

Source: Florida Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Florida Driver Information

 

 

Georgia Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Georgia, you’ll need a 2006 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver. While the car should be in good working condition, you won’t need to pass a vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft in Georgia.

Popular Lyft cars in Georgia include the Honda Accord and Ford Escape.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Georgia Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. Georgia does not require a vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft

Additional documents required for certain Georgia cities: None.

Source: Georgia Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Georgia Driver Information

Hawaii Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Hawaii, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition. While the state doesn’t require a vehicle inspection, if you drive in Honolulu, you’ll have to submit your annual inspection sticker from the city.

Popular Lyft cars in Hawaii include the Honda Accord and Honda CR-V.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Hawaii Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
3. A photo of yourself for your driver profile

Additional documents required for certain Hawaii cities: In Honolulu, you will also need a Valid vehicle registration and a vehicle inspection sticker.

Source: Hawaii Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Hawaii Driver Information

Idaho Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Idaho, you’ll need a 2004 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition. No vehicle inspection is required to drive with Lyft in Idaho.

Popular Lyft cars in Idaho include the Honda Civic and Nissan Altima.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Idaho Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. Idaho does not require a vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft

Additional documents required for certain Idaho cities: None.

Source: Idaho Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Idaho Driver Information

Illinois Vehicle Requirements

To satisfy the Lyft car requirements in Illinois, you’ll need a 2004 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition. Whether you’re in Chicago or the rest of the state, you will need to pass vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft in Illinois.

Popular Lyft cars in Illinois include the Chevy Cruze and Toyota Camry Hybrid.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Illinois Cities: In Bloomington, home of the State Farm headquarters, your car must be a 2009 model year or newer. In Chicago, the vehicle requirements are the same as the rest of the state – 2004 or newer.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. You’ll need to submit a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain Illinois cities: You’ll need to submit this vehicle inspection form, unless you’re in Chicago. In Chicago, use the Chicago Lyft vehicle inspection form.

Source: Illinois Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Illinois Driver Information
Source: Chicago Lyft Driver Requirements

Indiana Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Indiana, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition. Overall, Indiana is one of the easiest places to get approved for Lyft, and you don’t need to pass a vehicle inspection.

Popular Lyft cars in Indiana include the Chevy Impala and Toyota Corolla.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Indiana Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
3. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
4. Indiana does not require a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain Indiana cities: None.

Source: Indiana Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Indiana Driver Information

Iowa Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Iowa, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver. While you want your car to be in good working condition, you don’t need to pass a vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft in Iowa.

Popular Lyft cars in Iowa include the Honda Civic and Chevy Impala.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Iowa Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
3. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
4. Iowa does not require a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain Iowa cities: None.

Source: Iowa Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Iowa Driver Information

Kansas Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Kansas, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver. For high ratings and tips, you’ll need a vehicle in good working condition, but you won’t have to pass a vehicle inspection test to drive with Lyft in Kansas.

Popular Lyft cars in Kansas include the Toyota Camry and Honda Civic.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Kansas Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. Kansas does not require a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain Kansas cities: None.

Source: Kansas Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Kansas Driver Information

Kentucky Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Kentucky, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition. Rideshare driving is regulated at the state level and Kentucky does require a vehicle inspection.

Popular Lyft cars in Kentucky include the Toyota Camry and Chevy Cruze.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Kentucky Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
3. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
4. You’ll need to submit a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain Kentucky cities: None.

Source: Kentucky Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Kentucky Driver Information

Louisiana Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Louisiana, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition. You won’t need a separate vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft in Lousiana. Your up to date brake tag inspection sticker will suffice.

Popular Lyft cars in Louisiana include the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Louisiana Cities: In New Orleans, you’ll need a 2011 or newer model to drive with Lyft. In Lake Charles, you’ll need a 2004 or newer model.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration (except in New Orleans)
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. You’ll need to submit a copy of your brake tag inspection sticker.

Additional documents required for certain Louisiana cities: None

Source: Louisiana Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Louisiana Driver Information
Source: New Orleans Lyft Driver Requirements

Maine Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Maine, you’ll need a 2004 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver. While you’ll want your vehicle in good shape to get high ratings and tips, you won’t need to submit a vehicle inspection form to drive with Lyft in Maine.

Popular Lyft cars in Maine include the Toyota Corolla and Honda Civic.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Maine Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
3. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
4. Maine does not require a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain Maine cities: None.

Source: Maine Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Maine Driver Information

Maryland Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Maryland, you’ll need a 2009 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition. You will need to submit an inspection form, but it can be from Virginia, Maryland, or D.C.

Popular Lyft cars in Maryland include the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry Hybrid.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Maryland Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. You’ll need to submit a vehicle inspection form from Maryland, Virginia, or Washington, D.C.

Additional documents required for certain Maryland cities: None.

Source: Maryland Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Maryland Driver Information

 

 

Massachusetts Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Massachusetts, you’ll need a 2004 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition. In addition to the strict driver background check, you will also have to pass a vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft in Massachusetts.

Popular Lyft cars in Massachusetts include the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Massachusetts Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
3. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
4. Massachusetts does not require a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain Massachusetts cities: None.

Source: Massachusetts Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Massachusetts Driver Information

Michigan Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Michigan, you’ll need a 2005 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition to pass a vehicle inspection.

Popular Lyft cars in Michigan include the Chevy Malibu and Cheve Impala.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Michigan Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. You’ll need to submit a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain Michigan cities: None.

Source: Michigan Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Michigan Driver Information

Minnesota Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Minnesota, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition. You won’t need to pass a vehicle inspection unless you’re driving in Minneapolis-St.Paul.

Popular Lyft cars in Minnesota include the Chevy Impala and Nissan Altima.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Minnesota Cities: In Minneapolis / St. Paul, you will need a 2005 or newer model car. If the vehicle is a 2005 – 2007, you can have no more than 150,000 on the odometer. If the vehicle is 2009 or newer, there is no odometer restriction.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid Minnesota or Wisconsin driver’s license
3. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
4. Minnesota does not require a vehicle inspection form. But Minneapolis / St. Paul does.

Additional documents required for certain Minnesota cities: Minneapolis / St. Paul requires a Minnesota or Wisconsin personal auto insurance policy, and you will have to submit this inspection form. Duluth and Mankato also require a vehicle inspection, and you’ll have to submit your vehicle registration in Duluth too.

Source: Minnesota Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Minnesota Driver Information
Source: Lyft Minneapolis / St. Paul Driver Application Requirements

Mississippi Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Mississippi, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver. While you’ll want a car in good condition for rating and tip purposes, you won’t need to get your vehicle inspected to drive with Lyft in Mississippi.

Popular Lyft cars in Mississippi include the Nissan Altima and Honda Civic.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Mississippi Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. Mississippi does not require a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain Mississippi cities: None.

Source: Mississippi Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Mississippi Driver Information

Missouri Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Missouri, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver. You’ll want your car to be in good working condition, but no vehicle inspection is required for Lyft in Missouri.

Popular Lyft cars in Missouri include the Chevy Impala and Chevy Cruze.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Missouri Cities: In St. Louis, to drive with Lyft, you’ll need a 2006 or newer model year vehicle.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. Missouri does not require a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain Missouri cities: None.

Source: Missouri Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Missouri Driver Information

Montana Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Montana, you’ll need a 2004 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver. Vehicle condition does affect ratings and tips, but you won’t need a vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft in Montana.

Popular Lyft cars in Montana include the Ford Explorer and Nissan Rogue.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Montana Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
3. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
4. Montana does not require a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain Montana cities: None.

Source: Montana Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Montana Driver Information

Nebraska Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Nebraska, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition. However, you won’t need to pass a vehicle inspection.

Popular Lyft cars in Nebraska include the Chevy Impala and Toyota Camry

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Nebraska Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
3. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
4. Nebraska does not require a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain Nebraska cities: None.

Source: Nebraska Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Nebraska Driver Information

Nevada Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Nevada, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition. Whether you’re driving for Lyft in Clark County, or elsewhere in the state, you will need to pass a vehicle inspection.

Popular Lyft cars in Nevada include the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Nevada Cities: In Las Vegas, you’ll need a 2009 or newer model year vehicle.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Nevada personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid Nevada vehicle registration
3. Nevada driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. A Nevada State Business License
6. You’ll need to submit a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain Nevada cities: All Clark County Lyft drivers are required to have a Clark County Business License. You can apply for one here.

Source: Nevada Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Nevada Driver Information

New Hampshire Vehicle Requirements

To satisfy the Lyft car requirements for New Hampshire, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition. You won’t need a separate vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft in New Hampshire – your valid New Hampshire vehicle inspection sticker will suffice.

Popular Lyft cars in New Hampshire include the Chevy Cruze and Toyota Camry Hybrid.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain New Hampshire Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. You’ll have to submit your valid New Hampshire vehicle inspection sticker.

Additional documents required for certain New Hampshire cities: None.

Source: New Hampshire Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft New Hampshire Driver Information

New Jersey Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in New Jersey, you’ll need a 2004 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition. New Jersey doesn’t require a vehicle inspection form because everything is legal in Jersey.

Popular Lyft cars in New Jersey include the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain New Jersey Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. New Jersey does not require a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain New Jersey cities: None.

Source: New Jersey Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft New Jersey Driver Information

New Mexico Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in New Mexico, you’ll need a 2004 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver. While vehicle condition affects tips and ratings, you won’t need to pass a vehicle inspection.

Popular Lyft cars in New Mexico include the Toyota Camry and Honda CR-V.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain New Mexico Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. New Mexico does not require a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain New Mexico cities: None.

Source: New Mexico Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft New Mexico Driver Information

New York Vehicle Requirements

To satisfy the Lyft vehicle requirements in New York, you’ll need a 2004 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition for high tips and ratings. However, you won’t need to submit a vehicle inspection form to drive with Lyft in New York, unless you’re driving in New York City.

Popular Lyft cars in New York include the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Cities in New York: In New York city, all vehicle requirements are governed by the Taxi and Limousine Commission. It’s a significantly more involved application than in the rest of the state.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. New York State driver’s license
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. New York State does not require a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain New York cities: In New York City, you will also need FH1 insurance, a New York City TLC inspection, a for-hire license, and a commercial certificate of liability insurance.

Source: New York State Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft New York State Driver Information
Source: New York City Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft New York City Driver Information

North Carolina Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in North Carolina, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition. Unless you’re vehicle has out of state plates, you won’t need to submit a vehicle inspection.

Popular Lyft cars in North Carolina include the Honda Accord and Chevy Impala.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain North Carolina Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. North Carolina does not require a vehicle inspection from vehicles with North Carolina plates. Vehicles with out of state plates must get an inspection at a license facility.

Additional documents required for certain North Carolina cities: None.

Source: North Carolina Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft North Carolina Driver Information

North Dakota Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in North Dakota, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver. As vehicle condition affects ratings and tips, you’ll want your car in tip-top shape. However, you won’t need to pass a vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft.

Popular Lyft cars in North Dakota include the Honda Civic and Ford Focus.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain North Dakota Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. North Dakota does not require a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain North Dakota cities: None.

Source: North Dakota Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft North Dakota Driver Information

Ohio Vehicle Requirements

To satisfy the Lyft car requirements for Ohio, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver. Vehicle condition can affect ratings and tips, so you’ll want your car in pretty good shape. However, you won’t need to pass a vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft in Ohio.

Popular Lyft cars in Ohio include the Chevy Impala and Chevy Malibu.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Ohio Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. Ohio does not require a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain Ohio cities: None.

Source: Ohio Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Ohio Driver Information

Oklahoma Vehicle Requirements

To satisfy the Lyft vehicle requirements in Oklahoma, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition for higher tips and ratings. However, you won’t need to pass a vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft in Oklahoma.

Popular Lyft cars in Oklahoma include the Chevy Impala and Ford Explorer.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Oklahoma Cities: In Ardmore and Woodward, you’ll need a 2004 of newer model to drive with Lyft.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
3. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
4. Oklahoma does not require a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain Oklahoma cities: None.

Source: Oklahoma Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Oklahoma Driver Information

Oregon Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Oregon, you’ll need a 2004 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver. You’ll need a car in good working condition for high ratings and tips, and also to pass the necessary vehicle inspection.

Popular Lyft cars in Oregon include the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry Hybrid.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Oregon Cities: In Portland, you’ll need a model year 2009 or newer to qualify for Lyft. In Medford, you can qualify with a 2002 or newer vehicle.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. You’ll have to submit an inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain Oregon cities: In Portland, you will need to obtain an inspection at a Lyft Hub or a certified inspection location that can be found in your Lyft dashboard. When you go, be sure to bring your driver’s license, registration, insurance, and business license. Portland and Medford may require you to obtain a business license.

Source: Oregon Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Oregon Driver Information
Source: Portland Lyft Driver Requirements

Pennsylvania Vehicle Requirements

To satisfy the Lyft vehicle requirements for Pennsylvania, you’ll need a 2004 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition. It also must have fewer than 350,000 miles. You won’t need a separate vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft in Pennsylvania. Your state vehicle inspection sticker will suffice.

Popular Lyft cars in Pennsylvania include the Chevy Impala and Honda Accord.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Pennsylvania Cities: In Pittsburgh, you can drive a 2004 or newer vehicle for Lyft.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. You’ll need to submit a copy of your Pennsylvania vehicle state inspection sticker

Additional documents required for certain Pennsylvania cities: None.

Source: Pennsylvania Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Pennsylvania Driver Information

Rhode Island Vehicle Requirements

To satisfy the Lyft car requirements in Rhode Island, you’ll need a 2004 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver. Vehicle condition can affect ratings and tips, so you’ll want a car in good shape, but Rhode Island doesn’t require a vehicle inspection.

Popular Lyft cars in Rhode Island include the Toyota Camry and Ford Focus.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Rhode Island Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. Rhode Island does not require a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain Indiana cities: None.

Source: Rhode Island Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Rhode Island Driver Information

South Carolina Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in South Carolina, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver. The car must be in good working condition to pass the mandated vehicle inspection.

Popular Lyft cars in South Carolina include the Honda Accord and Chevy Cruze.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain South Carolina Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
3. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
4. You’ll have to submit a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain South Carolina cities: None.

Source: South Carolina Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft South Carolina Driver Information

South Dakota Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in South Dakota, you’ll need a 2009 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver. While your car should be in good shape, you won’t need to pass a vehicle inspection in South Dakota.

Popular Lyft cars in South Dakota include the Chevy Impala and Honda Accord.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain South Dakota Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. South Dakota does not require a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain South Dakota cities: None.

Source: South Dakota Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft South Dakota Driver Information

Tennessee Vehicle Requirements

To satisfy the Lyft vehicle requirements in Tennessee, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver. For driving Lyft, you’ll want a car in decent shape, but you won’t need to pass a vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft in Tennessee.

Popular Lyft cars in Tennessee include the Chevy Impala and Nissan Altima.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Tennessee Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. Tennessee does not require a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain Tennessee cities: None.

Source: Tennessee Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Tennessee Driver Information

 

 

Texas Vehicle Requirements

To satisfy the Lyft car requirements in Texas, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver. The vehicle should be in good working condition in order to garner high ratings and tips. However, Texas doesn’t go in for burdensome regulations, so you won’t need a vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft in Texas.

Popular Lyft cars in Texas include the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Texas Cities: In Houston, you’ll need a 2004 or newer vehicle to qualify for Lyft.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid Texas vehicle registration sticker
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. Texas does not require a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain Texas cities: None.

Source: Texas Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Texas Driver Information

Utah Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Utah, you’ll need a 2004 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition for high ratings and tips. You won’t need to submit a vehicle inspection form.

Popular Lyft cars in Utah include the Honda Accord and Chevy Impala.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Utah Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid Utah vehicle registration
3. Valid Utah driver’s license
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. Utah does not require a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain Utah cities: None.

Source: Utah Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Utah Driver Information

Vermont Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Vermont, you’ll need a 2009 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition. You’ll want a car in decent shape not only for high ratings and tips, but also to pass the required vehicle inspection

Popular Lyft cars in Vermont include the Ford Explorer and Subaru Legacy.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Vermont Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. You’ll need to upload your state vehicle inspection from Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, or New York.

Additional documents required for certain Vermont cities: None.

Source: Vermont Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Vermont Driver Information

Virginia Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Virginia, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition to pass the vehicle inspection.

Popular Lyft cars in Virginia include the Honda Accord and Honda Civic

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Virginia Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. You’ll need to upload your Virginia, Maryland, or Washington, D.C. vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain Virginia cities: Virginia Beach Lyft drivers may be required to obtain a business license.

Source: Virginia Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Virginia Driver Information

Washington Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Washington, you’ll need a 2004 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition for tips and rating purposes. Washington does not require a vehicle inspection, but many cities in the state have business license requirements.

Popular Lyft cars in Washington include the Honda Civic and Toyota Camry.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Washington Cities: In Olympia, you’ll need a 2009 or newer vehicle to drive with Lyft.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
3. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
4. Washington does not require a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain Washington cities: Drivers in Bellingham, Kennewick, Olympia/Thurston County, Pullman, Richland, and Spokane are required to have a vehicle inspection before becoming approved to drive. In Seattle, you’ll be required to obtain a City of Seattle business license. In Bellingham, you’ll also need a business license. In Seattle and Tacoma, you must obtain a defensive driving certificate.

Source: Washington Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Washington Driver Information
Source: Lyft Seattle / King County & Tacoma Driver Information

Washington D.C. Vehicle Requirements

To drive with Lyft in Washington, D.C., you’ll need a 2009 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver, and be in good working condition. You will need to submit an inspection form, but it can come from D.C., Virginia, or Maryland.

Popular Lyft cars in Washington D.C. include the Nissan Altima and Toyota Camry.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Washington, D.C.: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Washington, D.C., Virginia, or Maryland personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid Washington, D.C., Virginia, or Maryland vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a Washington, D.C., Virginia, or Maryland
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. A valid Washington, D.C., Virginia, or Maryland vehicle inspection.

Additional documents required for Washington, D.C.: None.

Source: Washington D.C. Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Washington D.C. Driver Information

West Virginia Vehicle Requirements

To satisfy the Lyft car requirements in West Virginia, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver. While you’ll want a car in good shape to get high ratings and tips, you won’t need to pass a vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft in West Virginia.

Popular Lyft cars in West Virginia include the Ford Focus and Chevy Cruze.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain West Virginia Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. West Virgnia does not require a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain West Virginia cities: None.

Source: West Virginia Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft West Virginia Driver Information

Wisconsin Vehicle Requirements

To satisfy the Lyft vehicle requirements in Wisconsin, you’ll need a 2002 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver. While you’ll want your vehicle to be in good shape to garner high ratings and tips, you won’t have to submit a vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft in Wisconsin.

Popular Lyft cars in Wisconsin include the Chevy Impala and Honda Accord.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Wisconsin Cities: In Milwaukee or Madison, you must have a 2004 or newer model year vehicle.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. Wisconsin does not require a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain Wisconsin cities: None.

Source: Wisconsin Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Wisconsin Driver Information

Wyoming Vehicle Requirements

To satisfy the Lyft vehicle requirements in Wyoming, you’ll need a 2004 model or newer car, with 4 doors. The car must have at least 5 seats, including the driver. If you’re driving Lyft, you want your car to be in good shape. However, you won’t need to submit a vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft in Wyoming.

Popular Lyft cars in Wyoming include the Ford Explorer and Chevy Impala.

Additional Vehicle Requirements For Certain Wyoming Cities: None.

What You’ll Need To Upload 

1. Personal auto insurance policy (your name must be listed on the policy, either as the primary or additional driver)
2. Valid vehicle registration
3. Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state
4. A photo of yourself for your driver profile
5. Wyoming does not require a vehicle inspection form.

Additional documents required for certain Wyoming cities: None.

Source: Wyoming Lyft Driver Requirements
Source: Lyft Wyoming Driver Information

 

 

The Different Lyft Vehicle Types

Lyft has five different vehicle services. Recently, Lyft released a new rider app in which they renamed some of their service offerings. For example, Lyft Plus (vehicles that can seat seven people total) is now called Lyft XL.

 

Lyft Vehicle Age Requirements

Lyft has recently changed the vehicle age requirements for all of their Premium service lines (Lyft Lux, Lyft Lux Black, and Lyft Lux Black XL). Always pay close attention to Lyft’s vehicle age requirements. In many cities, if you have a 2004 model year car, it will currently qualify for Lyft. But it probably won’t next year.

Here’s the current lineup of the different Lyft services and the vehicles that qualify.

Regular Lyft Service Lines

• Lyft – This is the basic Lyft service, which includes Lyft shared rides. If your vehicle has 5 seat belts, four doors (no jump doors), and meets the Lyft vehicle age requirements for your market, you can use it to drive with Lyft. However, taxis and other commercial vehicles will not qualify.
• Lyft XL (formerly Lyft Plus) – Lyft XL provides vehicles that can seat 7 passengers or more (including the driver). If your vehicle meets Lyft’s vehicle requirements and has 7 or more seats, you will also be able to accept Lyft XL rides. Large passenger vans that seat 12-20 people will not qualify for Lyft.

Premium Lyft Service Lines

• Lyft Lux (formerly Lyft Premier) – To qualify for Lyft Lux, you’ll need a relatively new, high-end vehicle (2012 – 2016 or newer). Typical vehicles include BMW, Mercedes, and Lexus. See below for the full Lyft Lux vehicle list.
• Lyft Lux Black – To qualify for Lyft Lux Black, you’ll need a very new luxury vehicle (2014 or newer 2016 or 2018 in some markets). The car must have a black exterior, and a leather or faux-leather interior. See below for the full Lyft Lux Black vehicle list.
• Lyft Lux Black XL – If your vehicle qualifes for Lyft Lux Black, and has 7 or more seat belts, you will also be able to accept Lyft Lux Black XL rides. These are some of the most lucrative rides in the Lyft universe.

Lyft XL Vehicle Requirements

If you want to drive Lyft XL and your vehicle qualifies for regular Lyft, the only additional requirement is that your car has seven seat belts total, six for passengers and one for the driver.

Once you’re approved to drive, if your vehicle has seven seat belts, you should automatically be able to accept Lyft XL rides. If you’re not, you’ll definitely want to contact Lyft and let them know your vehicle qualifies for Lyft XL. Lyft XL rates are often 50% – 100% higher than regular Lyft rates.

Lyft Lux Vehicle Requirements (Models and Age)

With the introduction of the new Lyft rider app, Lyft has also changed the age requirements for Lyft Lux (formerly Lyft Premiere) vehicles. As recently as June of 2018, you could qualify for Lyft Lux with a 2009 vehicle. Now, you’ll need at least a 2012 or newer vehicle in most cases. In a few cases, you’ll need a 2016 or newer vehicle to qualify for Lyft Lux.

 

Lyft Lux is currently available in Chicago, Los Angeles, New York City, San Francisco, Silicon Valley. It has also begun rolling out in Washington, DC, New Jersey, Dallas, Boston, Atlanta, Philadelphia, Las Vegas, Denver, Phoenix, San Diego, Orange County, Seattle, Baltimore, Detroit, Miami, and Minneapolis.

This list comes directly from Lyft. If your car isn’t on the list, it will not qualify for Lyft Lux.

2015 Or Newer

• Acura – ILX, TLX
• Chrysler – 300
• Ford – Expedition, Explorer
• Nissan – Armada

2011 Or Newer

• Acura – MDX, RDX, RL, RLX
• Alfa Romeo –  Giulia
• Audi – A4, A4 Allroad, A6, A7, A8, Q3, Q5, Q7, RS4, RS7, S4, S6, S7, S8, SQ5
• Bentley – Continental Flying Spur, Mulsanne
• BMW – 3 Series, 5 Series, 4 Series Gran Coupe, 6 Series Gran Coupe, 7 Series, ActiveHybrid 5, ActiveHybrid 7,
  ActiveHybrid X6, ALPINA B6 Gran Coupe, ALPINA B7, M5, M6 Gran Coupe, X1, X3, X4, X5, X6
• Buick – Enclave, Envision, LaCrosse, Regal, Regal Sportback
• Cadillac – ATS, ATS-V, CT6, CTS, CTS Wagon, CTS-V, CTS-V Wagon, DTS, Escalade, Escalade ESV, SRX, STS, XT5, XTS
• Chevrolet – Suburban, Tahoe
• Genesis – G80, G90
• GMC – Acadia, Acadia Denali, Acadia Limited, Yukon, Yukon Denali, Yukon Limited
• Hyundai – Equus, Genesis
• Infiniti – FX, FX35, FX50, G37, JX, M, M35, M37, M45, M56, Q40, Q45, Q50, Q70, QX, QX50, QX56, QX60, QX70,
  QX80
• Jaguar – F-Pace, X-Type, XF, XJ
• Kia – K900
• Land Rover – Discovery, LR4, Range Rover, Range Rover Evoque, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover Velar
• Lexus – ES, GS, GX, IS, LS, LX, NX, RX
• Lincoln – Continental, MKC, MKS, MKT, MKX, MKZ, Navigator, Town Car
• Maserati – Ghibli, Levante, Quattroporte
• Mercedes – 300-Class, 350-Class, 400-Class, 420-Class, 500-Class, 560-Class, C-Class, CLA-Class, CLS-Class, EClass, E55 AMG, G-Class, GL-Class, GLA-Class, GLC-Class, GLE-Class, GLK-Class, GLS-Class, M-Class, ML55 AMG, Maybach, R-Class, S-Class
• Porsche – Cayenne, Macan
• Rolls-Royce – Ghost, Phantom
• Tesla – Model 3, Model S, Model X
• Toyota – Land Cruiser, Sequoia
• Volkswagen – Atlas, Touareg
• Volvo – S60, S80, S90, XC60, XC90

Source: Lyft.com

Lyft Lux Black Vehicle Requirements (Models and Age)

 

 

The Lyft Lux Black vehicle requirements are incredibly strict. The vehicle must have a black exterior in excellent condition. In addition, it must a have a leather, or leather like interior. In general, Lyft Lux Black and Black XL require a new luxury vehicle in absolutely pristine condition.

The reason the vehicle requirements are so strict is that Lyft Lux Black and Lyft Lux Black SUV fares are often 100% – 175% higher than regular Lyft or Lyft XL fares. Most users of Lyft Lux Black are usually high level executives, and people going out for a special occasion or a night on the town.  If a rider is paying that much, they are expecting a great car and a professional experience.

This list comes directly from Lyft. If your car isn’t on the list, it will not qualify for Lyft Lux Black.

2018 Or Newer

• Ford – Expedition

2017 Or Newer

• Land Rover – Discovery
• Lincoln –  Continental

2014 Or Newer

• Acura – MDX, RLX
• Audi – A6, A7, A8, Q7, RS7, S6, S7, S8
• Bentley –  Continental Flying Spur, Mulsanne
• BMW –  5 Series, 6 Series Gran Coupe, 7 Series, ActiveHybrid 5, ActiveHybrid 7, Alpina B6 Gran Coupe, Alpina B7, M5, M6 Gran Coupe, X5
• Buick – Enclave, LaCrosse
• Cadillac – CT6, CTS, CTS Wagon, CTS-V, CTS-V Wagon, Escalade, Escalade ESV, SRX, XT5, XTS
• Chevrolet – Suburban, Tahoe
• Genesis – G80, G90
• GMC – Yukon
• Hyundai – Equus
• Infiniti – FX, JX, M, M37, M56, Q70, QX, QX56, QX60, QX80
• Jaguar – F-Pace, XF, XJ-Series
• Land Rover – LR4, Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover Velar
• Lexus – ES, GS, GX, LS, LX, RX
• Lincoln – MKS, MKT, MKX, MKZ, Navigator
• Maserati – Ghibli, Levante, Quattroporte
• Mercedes –  E-Class, E55 AMG, G-Class, GL-Class, GLS-Class, M-Class, Maybach, ML55 AMG, R-Class, S-Class
• Porsche – Cayenne
• Rolls Royce – Ghost, Phantom
• Tesla – Model 3, Model S, Model X
• Toyota – Land Cruiser, Sequoia
• Volkswagen – Atlas
• Volvo – S80, S90, XC90

Source: Lyft.com

Lyft Lux Black XL Vehicle Requirements (Models and Age)

If it qualifies for Lyft Lux Black and has seven seat belts, it qualifies for Lyft Lux Black XL

Lyft Vehicle Condition Requirements

All vehicles on the Lyft platform must have at least 4 doors and 5 seat belts. Cars with jump doors (many 4 door pickups) will not qualify for Lyft. All exterior lights must be working, including turn signals, brake lights, reverse lights, and headlights. Both high beams and low beams must work.

Besides the above requirements, the vehicle has to be in good condition, and good working order. So, all the doors, windows, and major equipment have to work, and the car shouldn’t have any major cosmetic damage.

How does Lyft define major cosmetic damage? Generally, if your car has a few scratches or minor dings, you should be approved. This is espeically true if you live in a state that doesn’t require an inspection. In those states, you will have to send Lyft pictures of your car from all sides. If the damage isn’t noticeable in the photo, it won’t be a problem. However, if you have noticeable damage like a big dent in the door, or part of your bumper is hanging off, you won’t be approved.

If you live in a state that requires an inspection, approval often comes down to the inspector. They usually don’t car about minor dings. But if your windshield had a crack (even a small one), you probably won’t pass.

While not all states require a vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft, it’s important that your car is in pretty good condition anyway. The reason is that vehicle condition can often affect ratings and tips. If your vehicle has squeaky breaks, worn out seats, or suspension issues, riders will notice.

The Lyft Vehicle Inspection

In many states and cities, you’ll need to pass a vehicle inspection to drive with Lyft. See your state information above to see if you’ll need to get an inspection, and to download the Lyft inspection form for your market. You generally must use the Lyft inspection form, not a generic inspection form, or the Uber vehicle inspection form.

The vehicle inspection is a one page form you’ll give to a licensed mechanic in your state. They’ll fill it out, and if you pass, you’ll upload the completed form to your Lyft dashboard. The inspection usually costs about $20 and you can have it done at Jiffy Lube, Pep Boys, or another licensed mechanic. In some markets, you can have the inspection completed at a Lyft hub, sometimes for free.

What gets checked during the Lyft vehicle inspection?

Here’s a list of what the inspector will look at during the inspection.

• Foot Brakes
• Emergency Brake (parking brake)
• Steering Mechanism – Ball Joins, Tie Rods, Rack & Pinion, Bushings
• Windshield – Large and small cracks
• Rear Window and Other Glass
• Windshield Wipers
• Headlights
• Tail lights
• Turn Indicator Lights
• Stop Lights
• Front Seat Adjustment
• Doors (open, close, lock)
• Horn
• Speedometer
• Bumpers
• Muffler and Exhaust Systems
• Tires (including tread depth)
• Interior and Exterior Rear View Mirrors
• Seat Belts

Lyft Driver Requirements

The basic Lyft driver requirements are as follows.

1. You have to be 21 years old and have had a driver’s license for at least 1 year. (In some cities, your license may need to be from the state in which you’ll be driving).
2. You must be able to pass a criminal background check and driving background check.
3. You must have in state personal auto insurance (you must be listed as a driver on the policy) for the vehicle you will be using.
4. You must have a relatively clean driving record. (No DUI’s or reckless driving and very few moving violations over the last few years.)

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