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As of April 1, 2023, we are limiting new for-hire vehicle driver sign-ups in New York City, largely due to TLC’s utilization regulations. Create an account to join the waitlist to drive with Uber in NYC.

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Car rental and purchase options available on Uber’s Vehicle Marketplace

Do you need access to a car to earn with Uber? Uber’s Vehicle Marketplace offers car rental and purchase options from a variety of vehicle partners exclusively for Uber drivers.

Get a car on your terms

Rent a TLC car today

Weekly rentals are flexible, and all vehicles have TLC plates and insurance included in the price. Our partners offer a variety of options, so you can drive and earn on your schedule. Learn about the offerings and schedule an appointment with our rental partners.

TLC licensing in NYC

To drive in New York City, you’ll also need a commercial license from the TLC (Taxi and Limousine Commission). Here's how to get one.

"I rent through the Uber program, and I feel that it helps me because I'm not depreciating the value of my own vehicle."

—Melissa, Illinois

Start driving and earning

The open road awaits. You can sign up to drive with Uber and learn more about getting the car you need from one of our vehicle partners.

Experience an EV with no long-term commitment

Want to know what it’s like to drive an EV? Uber’s rental partners have a variety of EVs available for hourly, daily, and weekly rentals. Hear from real drivers who went electric:

“I used to drive a Toyota Camry and spend $200 per week on fuel alone. Now it’s a quarter of the cost.”

—Mohammed, New York City

“Driving an electric vehicle has been transformative for me. It’s significantly different than a gas car in a lot of ways, but then in a lot of ways the same. But it was very, very exciting to learn all the ins and outs of the technology.”

—Rachel, Boston

“Is it going to be more expensive? Am I going to run out? Is my battery going to die? I had all of this EV anxiety when I first started and it’s dissipated. It’s gone. I don’t have those challenges at all.”

—Melissa, Illinois

Ready to buy your next car?

Check out Uber’s car sales partners in the Vehicle Marketplace for great deals on your next ride, whether gas or electric. If you’re ready to go electric, you may be eligible for exclusive incentives.

Get $1,000 when you go electric with AutoNation. Terms apply.³

Receive $1,000 when your report your purchase of an EV and complete 100 rides or delivery trips in the vehicle with Uber.⁴

Frequently asked questions

  • To rent a car from one of our rental partners to earn with Uber, you’ll first need to sign up to drive with Uber. Next, you can visit Uber's Vehicle Marketplace to see offers available in your city. Once you’ve selected the option that best suits your needs, reserve and pick up your rental car.

  • We launched Uber's Vehicle Marketplace to help drivers without access to a qualifying car find an opportunity to earn with Uber. We’ve partnered with Avis, Hertz, and other vehicle partners so that drivers can get a ready-to-go car with low commitment. Once you’ve identified the rental offer that best suits your needs, you’ll complete the booking directly with the vehicle partner. Drivers can choose from hourly, daily, and weekly rentals.

  • Total costs vary depending on the rental partner, the make/model of the rental vehicle, local taxes, and how long you want to keep the car. Some partners may also require a refundable deposit.

    To find more information about pricing through one of our vehicle partners, visit Uber's Vehicle Marketplace.

  • Drivers who are ineligible to complete rideshare trips with Uber will not be able to see rental options in the Vehicle Marketplace.

    To find available rental options in your area, you’ll first need to sign up to complete rideshare trips with Uber. Once you’re signed up and have an active driver account, you’ll be able to see rental options available to you in your area.

  • Most rental offers available through Uber’s Vehicle Marketplace come with insurance included. Some partners offer the option to purchase additional insurance.

  • Rental vehicles will be automatically added to your Uber driver profile, so you can go online right away and start earning.

  • Uber's vehicle partners offer car rentals to drivers in most cities across the US. Visit Uber's Vehicle Marketplace to see if these vehicle partners have rental offers in your city.

  • Since your rental agreement will be directly with one of our vehicle partners, it’s best to contact the company you rent from to understand its cancellation policies.

  • Drivers are only allowed to drive rental vehicles that are part of an approved partnership in order to earn with Uber. Driving an unapproved rental car may result in deactivation from the Uber platform. To see currently available and approved rental options through our vehicle partners, visit Uber's Vehicle Marketplace.

  • If you’re listed as an insured party on someone else’s vehicle insurance plan and that car meets Uber’s vehicle requirements, you may use that vehicle to earn with Uber.

  • Lease options are not available through the Vehicle Marketplace.

  • Check out our electric vehicle incentives in the Car Sales section of the Vehicle Marketplace.

  • Check out our vehicle eligibility page for an extensive list of vehicles that are eligible to drive in your city. You can also learn there about which Uber ride options you’ll be eligible for based on the vehicle’s make, model, and year.

  • Yes, Uber offers a variety of resources, incentives, and benefits to drivers who choose to go electric. You can get rewarded for completing trips in a newly purchased EV through our Vehicle Marketplace, and every month you can qualify for our Zero Emissions incentive based on your platform activity. Learn more about all the ways we’re supporting Uber drivers here.

  • Vehicle eligibility is determined by a variety of factors, including vehicle age, make, model, and inspection requirement criteria. You can visit a Greenlight Hub, contact Support, or read more about eligibility criteria on our website. When purchasing your next vehicle, you may want to consider your earnings goals, the types of opportunities you may be interested in, and what you feel you can afford.

  • Your purchase may be eligible for federal, state, and local incentives. We recommend asking your dealership representatives and checking for the latest incentive updates on state and federal government websites.

  • We offer EV incentives for drivers who complete trips in a recently purchased EV from one of our partners. Our incentive amounts range from a few hundred dollars to several thousand, depending on the partnership. Throughout the year, we’re constantly releasing new offers, and we encourage you to check the Vehicle Marketplace frequently to be sure you never miss an opportunity.