Here's how Uber and Lyft drivers try to get customers to tip — even though it only happens on a quarter of rides

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Drivers for Uber and Lyft told BI that helping with luggage doesn't lead to consistent tips. Drivers in the story aren't pictured.

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As high-paying jobs become harder to get, more Americans are looking to Uber and Lyft for extra income

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New Bank of America Institute data reveals gig driving continues to get more popular.

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A full-time Cleveland Uber driver who took home $17,000 in 2023 shares why the full-time gig isn't worth the money anymore

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A full-time Cleveland Uber says none of his driving strategies have provided him the results he was hoping for. The driver in the story is not pictured.

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A Cleveland Uber driver who made $109,000 in 2023 but only took home $17,000 shares the 3 reasons he can't quit ride-hailing: 'I continue to run into a brick wall'

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A full-time Cleveland Uber driver took home $17,000 in profits last year. The driver in the story is not pictured.

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Uber CEO says the company took its drivers 'for granted'

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Dara Khosrowshahi, CEO of Uber, said that the company has undervalued its drivers in the past.

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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 and Lyft drivers say they do it for more than the money: It makes them less lonely.

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Mark McCann (left), Dean Ceran (middle), and Jason McConahy (right) said they've benefited from the social interactions that can come with Uber and Lyft driving.

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A Gen Xer says making money as an Uber and Lyft driver isn't easy but the social interactions make the job worthwhile

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Jason McConahy says driving for Uber and Lyft has provided him a valuable social outlet.

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5 Uber and Lyft drivers share why they plan to keep their ride-hailing jobs, even as pay declines

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Despite financial challenges, some Uber and Lyft drivers aren't considering other gig economy jobs. Drivers in the story are not pictured.

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A 60-year-old Uber driver explains why burnout and poor customer tipping led her to take a part-time job at Kohl's

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Susan, 60, took a part-time job at Kohl's after growing frustrated with her pay as an Uber driver.

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