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A 2024 Analysis of Uber Eats, DoorDash, and Other Top Delivery Services for Drivers

Posted by: RideGuru Team in Driver Community 4 months, 3 weeks ago

In an era dominated by the pursuit of convenience, food and grocery delivery services have become integral to our daily lives. With the proliferation of platforms such as UberEats, DoorDash, Postmates, and Instacart, individuals are presented with an abundance of choices when it comes to selecting a delivery service. Whether contemplating a side hustle or considering a full-time gig, comprehending the nuanced differences between these services is paramount. In this in-depth exploration, we will delve into the distinctions between driving and delivering for these popular platforms, aiming to shed light on which one may offer the most lucrative opportunities for …

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Top Gas Apps to Fuel Your Savings: A Guide for Rideshare Drivers

Posted by: RideGuru Team in Driver Community 4 months, 4 weeks ago


For drivers, one constant concern is the rising cost of fuel. As gas prices continue to fluctuate, finding ways to save money at the pump becomes increasingly important. Fortunately, technology has come to the rescue with a variety of gas apps designed to help drivers find the best prices, track expenses, and even optimize fuel efficiency. In this blog post, we'll explore some of the best gas apps that can help you keep more money in your pocket.

GasBuddy

GasBuddy has long been a go-to app for drivers looking to find the cheapest gas prices in their area. The app …

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Lyft’s Women+ Connect

Posted by: RideGuru Team in Driver Community , Rider Community , Rideshare Knowledge 8 months, 3 weeks ago


Image Credit: Lyft.com

 

Today Lyft announced their newest Lyft app feature, Women+ Connect. Women+ Connect is a new preference feature that prioritizes matches between women and nonbinary drivers and riders. This feature is one of the most highly requested by our riders at RideGuru so we are happy to be able to share this wonderful news! 


 

How Lyft’s Women+ Connect Works

Women+ Connect allows women and nonbinary drivers to choose to priority match with women and nonbinary riders. Through the Lyft driver’s app, this new feature offers the option to turn on a preference to prioritize matches with other nearby …

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Uber and Lyft Help Maui

Posted by: RideGuru Team in Driver Community , Rider Community 9 months, 1 week ago


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In response to the Wildfires in Maui, Uber and Lyft have both enacted their disaster response programs in an effort to help those in need. The devastation that swept through the beautiful island of Maui consumed homes, businesses, and displaced many families. The Maui fire victims face a very tough road ahead as they start to rebuild their community. Uber and Lyft have both promised the following initiatives to help support those affected.

 

Lyft’s Response 

Lyft has formally activated their Lyft Up Disaster Response program which is designed to provide free and discounted rides to help those …

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Uber Adds New Features to Celebrate Pride

Posted by: RideGuru Team in Driver Community , Rider Community , Rideshare Knowledge 11 months, 2 weeks ago

 

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To show support and help celebrate Pride month, Uber has announced some new app changes to make everyone feel more comfortable when using their service. See below for their new and inclusive changes.

 

For Drivers and Couriers

In the past it was quite tricky, if not impossible to change your name within the driver app. Now, to better support transgender drivers and couriers, users will be able to quickly change their display name directly in the app. Uber claims it is now as simple to change your display name as it is to update your phone number …

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