6 Uber Driver Business Success Stories [2024]

Updated: November 1st, 2023
Start An Uber Driver Business

Uber is the top ridesharing and delivery platform that operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

As an uber driver, you have the chance to set your schedule. You can drive with the Uber app anytime, day or night. Uber app gives you driving directions and suggestions, enabling you to maximize your profitability and make money on your terms.

To get started, check the driving requirements for your area, sign up online, and choose the cities you would like to drive in. Ensure the car types meet Uber’s specifications.

Here are some real life success stories of starting a uber driver business:

1. Best Deal Car Service ($3M/year)

Albert Williams, the founder of The Best Deal Group of Companies, stumbled upon the opportunity to purchase a car service after his friend mentioned that their agency was shifting to smaller sedans. Realizing the potential in the niche market of Non Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT), Albert bought the company and grew it into a successful business, eventually becoming one of the largest NEMT providers in the state with approximately 300 cars. Despite the dominance of Uber and Lyft, The Best Deal Group of Companies is projected to generate $3.5 million in revenue this year, proving that there is still room for success in the transportation industry.

How much they make: $3M/year
Current team size: 9

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How I Built A $3.5M/Year Taxi Company Competing With Uber & Lyft

Albert Williams grew a $3.5 million transportation company, The Best Deal, from a niche transportation sector; he attributes the company's success to providing excellent service and committing to continuous learning.

About
Albert started Best Deal Car Service about 10 years ago
Revenue
Albert grew the business to $250K/month
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Learn more about starting an uber driver business:

Where to start?

-> How much does it cost to start an uber driver business?
-> Pros and cons of an uber driver business

Need inspiration?

-> Examples of established uber driver business
-> Marketing ideas for an uber driver business

Other resources

4. Uber People - Uber Drivers Forum

Uber Drivers Forum - UberPeople.NET

Where they're located: Bakersfield, California, USA
Website traffic: 460K/month

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5. hyrecar

Rent a car to drive for Uber, Lyft and Food Delivery. On-demand car rentals, protection included! Drive for any ridesharing, delivery or on-demand companies.

Where they're located: Tucson, Arizona, USA
Website traffic: 330K/month

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6. Dryver Driving Services

Use the nation's largest personal driver service to hire an affordable & reliable driver to drive your car for you. Reserve a driver today.

Where they're located: Columbus, Ohio, USA

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