Should I get a dashcam for Uber?

Equipping your car with a dashcam that records both audio and video while you're working will be vital should you get into an accident while on shift, have an altercation with an intoxicated passenger during a late-night run, if you need video evidence in a clean-up fee dispute, or if you want to refute an ...



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It can be a great way to earn some extra cash, especially if you're trying to hit certain personal finance goals, like paying down debt or building an emergency fund. Driving for long periods of time, however, might not be sustainable.

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Uber drivers can make as much money as they want. The amount you make all depends on the hours you choose. For example, 35% of Uber drivers work 12 to 19 hours a week. On top of this, Uber drivers make an average of $19 per hour.

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Driver Satisfaction With Uber Of the 863 drivers who indicated they primarily drive for Uber, 49.4% agreed with the statement that they are 'satisfied with their Uber driving experience', while just 36.2% disagreed with that statement.

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We have recommended 5 top dash cams that best suit the needs of rideshare drivers.
  • #1 - The Nexar One. At the top of our list is the Nexar One. ...
  • #2 - The Nexar Pro. In close competition with the Nexar One is the Nexar Pro. ...
  • #3 - Vantrue N4. ...
  • #4 - The Rexing V1P Pro Dual. ...
  • #5 - The Thinkware F800 Pro.


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Yes, you can use a mobile phone as a dash cam. Even older phones should be capable of recording good- or high-quality footage in many situations, and a newer phone will certainly have no problem recording your driving footage.

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Uber's driver app can detect and record if you are accelerating aggressively, stopping quickly instead of gradually and if you are exceeding the speed limit for a specific stretch of roadway.

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He and other ride-hail app drivers say they struggle to pay their rent and other bills, have maxed out their credit cards, and are stuck making payments on cars they no longer want. “You work and you make no money,” said Mr. Jatta, now 43, who is quitting Uber to become a truck driver. “This is not sustainable.”

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There're always more rides, you've only got one body. Set limits: It's too easy to stay out there if the rides are available. But the longer you're on the road, the more stress you incur. Set a daily limit – time or income – and when you reach it, switch off and go back to the real world.

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Uber's advantages include door-to-door convenience, safety, and reliable quality. Uber's disadvantages include its surge pricing and the negative effects of replacing steady jobs with gig work.

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Yes, if you like living in your car! Working 8–10 hrs 6–7 days per week , you can easily make 5k a month.

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