Below are Lyft and Uber driving guides for various cities. We include a few hotspots and traffic tips in each guide, as well as the top driving hours.
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As the fourth most populous city in the United States, Houston has a healthy demand for rideshare services. Whether working full-time or as a side gig, Lyft and Uber drivers in Houston can make some serious cash when driving during the busiest times of the week or picking up and dropping off riders at some […]
New York City was Uber’s first expansion outside of San Francisco, landing in the city in 2011. Lyft came on board just a few years later in 2014. Today, the market for Uber and Lyft drivers has exploded, with roughly 80,000 ridesharing vehicles in New York City. There’s never been a better time to pick up a side gig […]
Uber launched in Atlanta in 2012 and Lyft wasn’t far behind, with drivers coming on board just a year later. With Atlanta’s busy airport, high-energy nightlife, and bustling shopping and restaurant scene, ride-hailing companies just make sense. Whether you’re just beginning your Uber or Lyft driving side gig in Atlanta or you’re an expert at […]
San Francisco Lyft & Uber Guide Rideshare companies like Lyft and Uber are only getting more and more popular, especially in big cities, where owning a personal vehicle can be more of a hassle than a blessing. Out of all the cities in the U.S., San Francisco is the favorite when it comes to ride-hailing […]
San Diego Lyft & Uber Guide Driving for Lyft and Uber can be a great way to make a living in sunny San Diego. With its decent year-round weather and ample hot spots, San Diego rideshare drivers have brought in over $500 million in revenue in 2017. Want a piece of that action? Check out […]
Seattle is one of the largest Uber & Lyft markets in the United States, having both launched in the area over five years ago. Seattle is an ideal town for driving Uber and Lyft. In fact, more than 1,000 people are moving to Seattle weekly, and the city’s natural geography means a lot of people […]
New Orleans is an interesting market when it comes to rideshare driving. We are not a large city. However, we do have large amounts of tourists, convention goers, and other visitors that not only make this a great place to live but a great place to drive in as well. Navigating the city One of […]
The Los Angeles Lyft and Uber Drivers Guide Los Angeles is the second largest Uber & Lyft market in the United States. Both companies have been in town for years and have mature and busy operations. The Lyft sign up bonus in Los Angeles is currently $750. Overall, L.A. is a great town for Uber […]
The Chicago Lyft and Uber Drivers Guide Chicago is the third largest rideshare market in the United States. Uber arrived all the way back in 2011, while Lyft launched in Chicago in 2013. Both companies now have mature, and very busy operations in the Chicagoland area. Even better, the Chicago Lyft sign up bonus is […]
What Do NYC Uber And Lyft drivers Make In 2017? Although there are some articles claiming that NYC rideshare drivers are making $80,000 – $90,000 per year, that’s usually not the case. If you’re a driver on one of the premium services like Uber Black or Lyft Lux, it’s doable. However, if you’re an efficient […]
Drive Uber and Lyft Like A Pro In Washington, D.C. D.C. is an excellent market on both the Uber and Lyft platforms. The market is home to many high traffic rideshare areas in Maryland, Virginia, and D.C. itself. There is also a lot of traffic going in and out of D.C. on long rides. If […]
Where are the best areas to drive for Lyft or Uber in Philadelphia? If you’re driving rideshare in Philly, you’re likely to find a lot of riders near: Center City – Avenue of the Arts (Broad Street), Rittenhouse Square, and 30th Street Station West Philadelphia (insert Fresh Prince joke here) – Baltimore Ave Manayunk – […]
When are the best times to drive Lyft or Uber in Boston? The best times to drive rideshare in Boston are: Weekday mornings between 6am and 9am Weekday evenings between 5pm and 7:30pm Weekend evenings (Fri. & Sat.) between 6pm and 8pm, and between 10pm and 2am Weekend mornings and afternoons between 9am and 2pm […]
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