Is There Still an Uber and Lyft Driver Shortage?: Rideshare Drivers React

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CNBC Speaks On The Lyft & Uber Driver Shortage (Our Reaction)

The driver shortage is a hotly debated topic in the media, as many passengers are still seeing fewer drivers and higher prices. CNBC reported on this shortage, and we shared our thoughts on their takeaways.

Is CNBC correct about the reasons for the driver shortage? CNBC cites unemployment funding and drivers switching to delivery from rideshare. We found these reasons to be true, according to drivers we talked to - but it’s not the only reason for the driver shortage.?

Here’s what readers are saying:

One driver shared that the biggest factors missing from the CNBC analysis involved driver expenses - while prices may be going up, drivers aren’t necessarily seeing higher earnings, yet their expenses keep rising:

“What's missing in this analysis is:

1) higher car prices

2) higher gas prices

3) higher insurance costs

4) higher maintenance costs

5) higher labor wages in other industries

6) increased choices in the wider gig industry”

Chime in on the discussion here.

Seattle Stands Out as Rideshare Driver Advocate

What happens when rideshare and delivery drivers have a powerful advocate on their side? Do things change, or is it more of the same? The City of Seattle decided to answer that question over the last few years, introducing sweeping changes to how gig workers are paid, deactivated, and how they can unionize.

Did Uber and Lyft leave? No! What are drivers saying about this - and do more drivers want to see these policies come to their cities?

Here’s what readers are saying:

Gabe, a driver from San Francisco, shares that this is exactly what drivers can achieve when they work together:

“[A] good example of what drivers can achieve if they're unified and active.”

Chime in on the discussion here.

Can Lyft And Uber Drivers Make $5000 IN A WEEK?!

Due to the pandemic and fewer drivers on the road, some drivers have been seeing record earnings. Bonuses, streaks, and generally consistent demand have made driving right now a very lucrative option for many. That said, how much can a driver reasonably expect to make a week? We break it down in this video.?

Here’s what readers are saying:

This driver shares that making a “good amount” of money isn’t just about earnings, but also expenses and expectations.?

“I make $2000 a week, but it does take time and dedication to do so. You can't be picky if you want to make that money.

I usually make a minimum $300 a day, and my market is fairly good to do that. I also have a fuel-efficient car and try my best to double up on any given streak.”

Chime in on the discussion here.