Do Not Text and Drive

While hands-free device and texting laws may vary from state to state the bottom line is that not having a hands-free device and texting while driving ... especially with Uber or Lyft riders in your vehicle is unsafe. While it is very tempting to look down at your phone for directions while in motion puts your rider and vehicle at risk. If you choose not to use a phone mounting device on your dashboard you can always simply turn on audio to receive navigation details. While this can be somewhat annoying at times ... particularly if your rider(s) is speaking with someone on their own phone ... safety comes first. If I know the route and rider's destination fairly well I typically turn off the audio until the last 1-2 miles of the trip as none of us have perfect knowledge of street structures, directional signs, etc. Let's here from other Uber and Lyft drivers on their best practices for safely navigating to a rider(s) destination - in particular the last 1-2 miles. Send your comments to Uber and Lyft Driver Best Practices.