People really don't want to tip their Uber and Lyft drivers

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Most Americans don't tip their Uber drivers. But nearly 90% of food delivery trips come with tips.

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Uber is celebrating its $1 billion profit. But some drivers are feeling left behind.

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Uber chief executive Dara Khosrowshahi speaks as Uber announces new sustainability features during an event at BAFTA in Piccadilly, London.Picture date: Thursday June 8, 2023.
Uber reported its first annual operating profit this month.

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A San Francisco Lyft driver shares how Waymo's self-driving taxis are competing with his top earnings strategy: short rides

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Nick Boenzi, A San Francisco Lyft driver, said focusing on short trips has helped him boost his ride-hailing profits.

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Uber drivers say the job has become more competitive — and that it's made their work less profitable

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An uptick in Uber and Lyft drivers in recent years could be making the gig less profitable.

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Uber and Lyft drivers are staging a nationwide protest on Valentine's Day

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Uber and Lyft drivers across the US plan not to drive on Valentine's Day to protest what they say is declining pay.

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An Uber and Lyft driver strike may force you to find another way home from the airport on Valentine's Day

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Uber and Lyft drivers at 10 US airports are planning to strike over midday on Wednesday.

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

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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.
Estaphanie St. Just, an Uber driver, rallies with other drivers for the ride-hailing giants Uber and Lyft at a park near Los Angeles International Airport in 2019 in Los Angeles.

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Uber CEO says Super Bowl ads aren't worth it without celebrity promotion ahead of 'Friends'-themed spot

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Actress Jennifer Aniston faces fellow 'Friends' star David Schwimmer while pointing a finger at him with trailers and dressing rooms behind them on the set of a Uber's 2024 Super Bowl TV ad.
Uber drafted "Friends" stars Jennifer Aniston and David Schwimmer for its Super Bowl ad this year.

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A boomer Uber driver's business had over $100,000 in earnings, but he estimates over half of that was lost to expenses and commissions. He shares why he plans to keep driving.

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Dean Ceran works for Uber between 50 and 60 hours a week. Driving expenses significantly reduce his business profits.

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An Air Force veteran with a back injury turned to gig driving to pay her bills. A few months later, she lost her apartment.

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Rene, 48, has driven for Uber and Lyft for a few months but isn't making ends meet.

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