Category: gig-economy

A 77-year-old Uber driver in Florida said she’s struggling to make ends meet as rides become harder to get

It’s becoming much more difficult for Germaine, 77, to make enough driving for Uber to pay her bills. Seth Wenig/AP A 77-year-old Uber driver said she’s struggling to earn enough to supplement her Social Security. She used to earn between $500 and $600 a week, but that’s been almost cut in half recently.  While she values the flexibility, she’s frustrated by the pay and competition….

How much do Uber and Lyft drivers really make? It varies wildly depending on tips, car expenses, and how they...

Uber driver Estaphanie St. Just joins drivers for ride-hailing giants Uber and Lyft, as they hold a rally at a park near Los Angeles International Airport, Wednesday, May, 8, 2019, in Los Angeles. AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes Many Americans are driving for Uber and Lyft to boost their incomes. But no one can agree how much the typical ride-hailing driver earns per hour. Different pay calculations,…