Gig Drivers Find Relief, but Fuel Costs Still Squeeze Earnings
Uber and Lyft are offering driver incentives amid surging gas prices, but gig workers say more support is needed to offset the financial strain.
Gig economy drivers have felt the squeeze of rising fuel costs, with many struggling to make ends meet as the cost of filling up their tanks eats into their earnings. In response, Uber and Lyft have rolled out new programs to provide some relief, but drivers say the measures don't go far enough.
The ride-hailing giants have launched temporary fuel surcharges and other incentives aimed at offsetting the financial burden on their independent contractors. Uber is offering a 45- to 55-cent-per-ride surcharge, while Lyft has implemented a 55-cent surcharge on standard rides and a 27-cent surcharge on shared rides.
{{IMAGE_PLACEHOLDER}}Source: The New York Times
