Driving Till It Hertz: Cost Analysis of the Hertz Tesla Rental Program: Rideshare Drivers React
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Driving Till It Hertz: Cost Analysis of Driving a Tesla for Rideshare
Is it really worth it to drive a Tesla for Uber through Hertz’s rental progam? It comes down to if you’re a part-time or full-time driver, and how high the gas prices are in your city and state. That’s not a cut-and-dried answer, but it’s worth digging into before signing up for a program that could cost you a lot of money.?
Here’s what readers are saying:
Part-time driver Sergio shares that, even though he lives in California, which has higher gas prices, Gabe’s analysis proves this program would not work for him:
“Working 20 hours just to pay for the rental for me would be a deal-breaker. Especially with all the incentives gone, I don't think it makes sense. Surge is also hit and miss these days, so I'll pass on it this time around.”
UberEats Pauses 5/10 Requirement From Driver Feedback
Uber Eats has paused the 5/10 requirement to show drivers drop-off information due to driver feedback. Why did Uber really pause the acceptance rate requirement, and what are drivers saying about it?
Here’s what readers are saying:
One delivery driver noted that this 5/10 acceptance rule for drop off information caused them to stop delivering entirely:
“They did this to us here in Florida and I just shut off the app and stopped doing deliveries. I luckily have the luxury of doing this but I know that many drivers can't. I felt it was really was unfair that we as "Independent Contractors" were being bullied by Uber Eats to accept any order they threw at us in order to continue working..”
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What Are The 5 BEST Cars For Rideshare In 2022?
What are the best cars for rideshare drivers? More importantly, are they even available in this tight used car market? Rideshare drivers have different car requirements based on how much they drive, and how long they are sitting in their vehicle. Here’s what drivers have to say!
Here’s what readers are saying:
Driver Sean shares that while his Honda Fit looks small, it’s very roomy:
“I have a Honda Fit and it has worked out great.? Every passenger I have says it is bigger on the inside than they thought.? I have had three basketball players in it at once and all three said how roomy it is.??
35mpg I bought it for $20,000 fully loaded.? Since it is narrow it can fit in small spaces on the streets of Boston MA, Buffalo City Center NY, and Ottawa ON Canada.
Honda no longer makes them in the US market but there are plenty of used ones around.”
Driver Will shared a common sentiment among drivers - drivers prioritize comfort above almost anything else, and the best car for a driver is the one that works for them:
“This article seems to be biased towards hybrid or electric vehicles. This implies gasoline is one of the biggest concerns.
Me? I like the comfort a UberXL vehicle provides and my passengers seem to, as well. Running UberXL and UberComfort provides a little boost in fares and allows me to drive in a nicer style.
I love how the video ends: Drive what works for YOU.”