Rising gas squeezes Twin Cities rideshare drivers
Twin Cities rideshare drivers say rising gas prices are squeezing their pay as Minnesota's average hit $4.18 per gallon, cutting into daily earnings and leaving many worried about future income.[1]
Drivers interviewed said they make about $125 per day.[1] They now spend roughly $45 per fill-up, or as much as $315 a week on gas, and the discount programs are set to expire Tuesday, May 26.[1]
AAA pegs Minnesota's average gas price at $4.18 per gallon this week, up sharply from recent levels.[1] Uber says some top-tier drivers combining Upside, Shell Fuel Rewards and the Uber Pro Card could save up to $1.44 per gallon.[1] Lyft touts potential savings up to $0.98 per gallon through Upside and Lyft Direct.[1]
Many drivers say even those discounts do not offset higher hours and wear on vehicles, and some say they may cut back on shifts or raise fares to cope.[1]
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- AAA pegs Minnesota’s average gas price at $4.18 per gallon this week, up sharply from recent levels.
- Uber says some top‑tier drivers combining Upside, Shell Fuel Rewards and the Uber Pro Card could save up to $1.44 per gallon, while Lyft touts potential savings up to $0.98 per gallon through Upside and Lyft Direct.
- Drivers interviewed say they earn about $125 per day but now spend roughly $45 per fill‑up, or as much as $315 a week on gas alone, with the discount programs set to expire Tuesday, May 26.
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