What health insurance options are available for Uber or Lyft drivers?

Uber Uber does not provide health insurance for its drivers. Uber driver-partners can use the company’s partnership with Stride Health to find insurance. Stride Health works with more than 200 insurers to connect applicants to health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans. Uber driver-partners can also work through state healthcare exchanges where available to find health insurance plans. Lyft Lyft does […]

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Who insures Uber or Lyft drivers and what are the requirements?

Uber and Lyft work with auto insurers in all 50 states to provide liability and underinsured motorist insurance coverage for drivers. Each driver is covered by third-party liability insurance when using app drive modes but prior to picking up passengers. Limits vary by state but the typical liability insurance covers up to $50,000 per person and $100,000 per accident […]

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Who owns the Uber or Lyft cars?

Uber and Lyft are able to offer fares at competitive rates because their drivers typically own the vehicles. Drivers for both companies also pay for auto insurance, maintenance, and fuel. Uber and Lyft have begun offering rental services to drivers who want to carry passengers without owning their vehicles.

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