Uber's Current Driver & Vehicle Requirements 2017

Great summary of the requirements - both for Drivers and Vehicles. Click on the link below for details.

Driver Requirements

You must be 21 years of age to drive for Uber.
You must have at least 3 years of driving experience
You must drive a 4 foor car, truck, or mini-van with a clean title, and that is at least 2006 or newer
You must have an in-state driver’s license, and have in-state insurance with your name on the policy
You must have a social security for the background check
You must pass a background check successfully, and will be disqualified if you appear on the following:
- National Sex Offender Registry
- State Sex Offender Registry
- Suspected Terrorist Databases

Uber Car Types

UberX is the basic Uber service. Any 4 door car, mini-van, or truck can qualify for UberX.
UberXL is for larger vehicles such as mini-vans and SUVs that can fit more passengers.
UberSELECT is for introductory luxury vehicles with leather interior.
UberSUV is for luxury SUVs. This is a combination of UberXL and UberSELECT
UberBLACK is for those wishing a luxury sedan experience. These are black on black premium cars and require professional drivers. They also require mid-size or full-size cars.
UberLUX is for only the highest end luxury vehicles and drivers.
UberPOOL is a basic UberX experience that offers more affordable rates. UberPOOL passengers may end up carpooling with other UberX riders.
UberT / UberTAXI is Uber’s taxi service.

UberX Car Requirements

4 door sedan or mid-sized car, must seat 4 passengers in addition to the driver.
Year 2001 or newer for most cities
Some cities have newer age year requirements – you can check your city here.
- Atlanta, Washington DC – 2005 or new…

Great summary of the requirements - both for Drivers and Vehicles. Click on the link below for details.

Driver Requirements

You must be 21 years of age to drive for Uber.
You must have at least 3 years of driving experience
You must drive a 4 foor car, truck, or mini-van with a clean title, and that is at least 2006 or newer
You must have an in-state driver’s license, and have in-state insurance with your name on the policy
You must have a social security for the background check
You must pass a background check successfully, and will be disqualified if you appear on the following:
- National Sex Offender Registry
- State Sex Offender Registry
- Suspected Terrorist Databases

Uber Car Types

UberX is the basic Uber service. Any 4 door car, mini-van, or truck can qualify for UberX.
UberXL is for larger vehicles such as mini-vans and SUVs that can fit more passengers.
UberSELECT is for introductory luxury vehicles with leather interior.
UberSUV is for luxury SUVs. This is a combination of UberXL and UberSELECT
UberBLACK is for those wishing a luxury sedan experience. These are black on black premium cars and require professional drivers. They also require mid-size or full-size cars.
UberLUX is for only the highest end luxury vehicles and drivers.
UberPOOL is a basic UberX experience that offers more affordable rates. UberPOOL passengers may end up carpooling with other UberX riders.
UberT / UberTAXI is Uber’s taxi service.

UberX Car Requirements

4 door sedan or mid-sized car, must seat 4 passengers in addition to the driver.
Year 2001 or newer for most cities
Some cities have newer age year requirements – you can check your city here.
- Atlanta, Washington DC – 2005 or newer
- Seattle, Pittsburgh – 2006 or newer
- New York – 2006 or newer (NYC requires TLC licensing and commercial insurance)
No cosmetic damage on the vehicle but minor dings and scratches are okay
No large passenger vans or commercial/Heavy Duty trucks (regular 4 door trucks are okay though)
No commercial branding or taxi color paint jobs
No salvaged vehicles and/or rebuilt vehicles
Vehicle must be registered and insured in the state
Vehicle must pass the Uber Vehicle Inspection
Driver’s full legal name must be listed on the vehicle insurance
All drivers must pass a full background check

Uber Black Requirements

Black leather interior, Black exterior. Clean interior. No accidents, dings, or imperfections.
Model 2012 or newer
Commercial registration and insurance
Must have airport permits if required in your area
UberBLACK driver requirements are also stricter. You cannot have more than 5 traffic violations in the past 5 years. (As opposed to 3 in 3 years for other Uber services.)
Pass an Uber inspection

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