How old do I need to be to become an Uber driver with my car?
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Registering as an Uber driver with your own vehicle must be at least 21 years old.However, always check the information for your state and city, as the minimum age may vary. For example, in California and Florida, you must be 25 years old to drive.
How are weekly payments processed?
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When working with Uber, two payment methods are available: cash and card. If your trip is paid in cash, you keep the money. If it’s paid by card, the money is transferred to your bank account.
What does the Safety Toolkit include?
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The Safety Toolkit includes an emergency assistance button, 24/7 incident support, Follow My Ride feature, 2-way ratings, phone anonymization, GPS tracking, RideCheck, Contact Safety Agent, and audio recording.
Is consent required for audio recording?
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Most US states do not require consent for recording, but some states have additional requirements, including California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Washington. So, before trips, it's advisable to familiarize yourself with state laws to avoid violations.
How does the Uber app ensure drivers stay focused on the road?
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The app sends reminders that you are driving within the set speed limit and need to take healthy breaks to stay alert while driving.
Can a client make changes to the route, such as adding stops to the destination?
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Clients can add up to 2 additional destinations on the way. This can be done through the app. These additional destinations are marked on your trip route as black squares, and the final destination is marked as a red square. When you arrive at one of the additional destinations, a slider appears at the bottom of the screen for you to press "CONFIRM STOP." Press "End Trip" only when a client has exited your vehicle at the final destination. If a client adds a destination during the trip, the additional waiting time and distance will be factored into the fare.
