Though Uber started as a simple app that allowed individuals to hail a ride close to their locations, it has now expanded, offering a number of valuable features to rideshare riders. From sharing your location with others to splitting the fare with your friends, there are a variety of options that help you get more […]
This Week In On Demand – Dec. 29, 2018 The holiday season only seems to up the ante in the world of on demand. From food hustles to scooter hauls, here’s your rundown of the latest side hustle happenings. Delivery Hero Earns $1.1 Billion for Germany Market Late last week, Delivery Hero announced it reached a $1.1 […]
Driving for Uber or Lyft on New Year’s Eve 2018 should result in good, but not spectacular money. In most markets, if you start in the early evening and drive until a few hours after midnight, you’ll probably make more money than you would on a busy weekend night in your market. Driving Lyft Or […]
Driving around Christmas usually results in decent to good money. This year should be a little better because Christmas falls right after a weekend. Overall, business should be steady most of the time this coming weekend, with some periods of really busy ridership. In most markets, Friday, Saturday will probably be the busiest days overall, […]
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 […]
This Week In On Demand — Dec. 7, 2018 From Uber to Instacart, the big players in the on demand industries refuse to rest this holiday season. Luckily, we’re bringing all the top headlines to one convenient spot. Grab a seat — here’s what has been happening this week in on demand. Lyft Files To […]
This Week In On Demand — Nov. 30, 2018 Not even the post-Thanksgiving drowsiness can slow down the on demand app momentum. Fortunately, we kept an eye on the latest gig economy happenings so you didn’t have to. Here’s what you missed this week in on demand. Wind Mobility Raises $22 Million E-scooters are dominating […]
This Week In On Demand — Nov. 23, 2018 Not even the holiday season can put a hold on the gig economy’s movements. While you feast on your Thanksgiving meal, catch up on the latest on-demand industry happenings with this week’s news roundup. Instacart Raises Another $271 Million Over the past few months, Instacart has […]
Thanksgiving weekend is usually a great weekend for rideshare driving. With the exception of the day before Thanksgiving, traffic should be pretty light. Also, most drivers take most of the weekend off, so the drivers that are out should be pretty busy. Here’s what to expect, along with a few tips, if you’re planning on […]
As Lyft and Uber race to their expected IPOs in 2019, they’re continuously launching new programs and services. Most recently, the two companies have turned their attention to subscription services. While each rideshare powerhouse is going about the process differently, they both have the same goal — reducing customer trip costs. Before deciding on your own […]
This Week In On Demand – Nov. 2, 2018 It’s been another big week for the gig economy. From canine-themed acquisitions to rideshare subscription services, here’s what’s happening in on-demand industries this week. Rover Acquires DogBuddy While Wag! Announces New Hires The battle of the canines is in full swing. On Wednesday, Rover announced their purchase […]
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 […]
This Week In On-Demand — Oct. 26, 2018 It’s been a busy week in the on-demand sector. While the rideshare IPO race is in full swing, the rush for self-sufficient technology is threatening the future of gig-economy opportunities. Here’s what you need to know this week in on-demand news. Uber Raises Quick Cash With $2 […]
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 […]
This Week In On Demand — Oct. 19, 2018 The on-demand industry never sleeps. Fortunately, you don’t have to worry about missing a thing because we’ve got you covered. From looming grocery wars to rideshare takeovers, here’s the latest round of happenings in the gig economy. Instacart Scores Another $600 Million In Investment Thanks to […]
This Week In On Demand — Oct. 12, 2018 It’s been a busy week for on-demand industries. From employee switch-ups to new partnerships, here’s what you need to know about your favorite side-hustle companies. Lyft Hires New CMO & Policy Chief On Monday, Lyft announced Joy Howard is joining their C-suite as CMO. Howard, who previously worked with […]
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