[msoad]

Lyft requires drivers to go to a mentorship process but with Uber all you do is sending pictures of your driver license and car to become a driver.

Lyft also sends training videos and material to drivers. Because of the possibility of the tip drivers are trying their best.

It's a good idea to tip to drivers that do a good job. They are low income people and deserve that extra $1 more than your bartender that usually earns a good chunk of money each night.

[yesiamyourdad]

With Uber I had to get a vehicle inspection and medical certificate which required a visit to the driver center. I believe the medical certificate is legal requirement in my state.

Lyft's mentorship process wasn't much of a process in my experience. I met a guy at his house, we talked for about 45 minutes, it was kind of helpful but I felt like Uber's onboarding was more organized.

Uber also has a number of training videos and I think they do a better job than Lyft at providing information to drivers.

I agree that the tipping thing is huge. When I drive, I get out of the car and open the door for the passengers, that kind of thing. I also make a point of keeping the car clean; at least vacuuming before I work a shift. I keep Armor All wipes in the car too so I can give a quick shine to the dashboard and the door frame (it gets scuffed up from people getting in and out and shows dirt quickly).