Uber, anybody ever driven for them

[45tex]

Just wondering. Thinking it might be a good way for some part time money. For an old dude.

 

[Saltyag2010]

I ride an Uber any chance I get. It's easier than driving in a new town.

Never drove with them.

 

[RACER X]

I took one for the first time last weekend

Driver said it's OK $, alot of at wear and tear on your vehicle, people puking in your car all kinds of jackassory

 

[Dawico]

Paging Skip.

He drove/ drives for them.

 

[martinsonjd]

Good evening.

I've been driving for UBER in DFW for about 2 1/2 yrs, and yes, it's a decent way to generate some extra cash. You'll get out of it ($$$), what you put into it (planning/strategy, & time). If you hustle, you can make some decent money ($800-$1200) a. If you're like me, and drive a few times a month (1-2 wknds Fr/Sat night), you'll clear a couple hundred bucks ($200-$400) for those two nights.

From the very beginning I understood UBER was a means of "supplementing" ones income, NOT a primary means of income.

As long as you take that approach, you'll be fine.


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[martinsonjd]

As far as "bad" people, or bad riders... Inhonestly haven't had any.

But again, I don't drive everyday, or even every weekend, and when I do drive, I avoid driving in the areas where "young people" (18-25 y/o) party and "bar-hop" (McKinney St., Deep Ellum, in Dallas).

Not only do you run an increased risk of party goers throwing up, or breaking something in/on your car, but they're typically low fares because they're not going very far ($4-$6).

But again, that's me. I'm ok with driving one or two wknds a month (Fri/Sat night) making only $200-$400 ea wknd. Like I said earlier, UBER is, and should be considered a "supplemental" means of income. I have a full-time job, so I'm not hustling 7 days/nights a week as an UBER driver, trying to make the $4K-$5K a month that some drivers claim they make.

You and others may feel differently, and want to make more money... it's out there. You just gotta put in the time & energy to get it.

 

[45tex]

Thanks for the honest responses.

Shot placement is everything.

 

[baboon]

A buddy of mine was telling me about a friend of his who drives for the high end Uber users. He was saying that he makes crazy money with big tips & perks.

 

[orbitup]

Don't they prohibit their drivers from carrying?

 

[martinsonjd]

Yes... UBER strictly prohibits even licensed concealed carriers from carrying, and or having a firearm in the vehicle while performing as an UBER driver.


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[RACER X]

Because they will protect you in time of need!

 

[Southpaw]

Yes... UBER strictly prohibits even licensed concealed carriers from carrying, and or having a firearm in the vehicle while performing as an UBER driver.


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And what can they do about it? Fire you and maybe withhold your last payment if you actually have to use your CC? I would rather lose a few hundred dollars then potentially lose my life.

 

[orbitup]

Because they will protect you in time if need!

Their policies will keep you safe.

 

[Dash Riprock]

Yes... UBER strictly prohibits even licensed concealed carriers from carrying, and or having a firearm in the vehicle while performing as an UBER driver.

This policy applies to passengers also, right? How do you enforce it - do you have a 30.06/30.07 sign on your car?

 

[Ranch Dog]

This policy applies to passengers also, right? How do you enforce it - do you have a 30.06/30.07 sign on your car?

... and we all know that 30.06/.07 will stop them! No way would I let a stranger in my car without a pistol ready for my immediate use.

 

[martinsonjd]

I just merely reiterated UBER's policy. As we all know, this is social media, and as such I will refrain from commenting as to what I know a lot of "licensed" UBER/LYFT drivers actually "do"...

What I will say is, the posted speed limit "should" always be adhered to, as it too is a "requirement"... and I'll just leave it at that.


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