Rideshare Drivers
Driver Survey
Forth is surveying and collecting data on rideshare drivers in Portland, Las Vegas, Salt Lake City and Phoenix as part of the Department of Energy-funded WestSmart program in collaboration with Utah State University. Drivers will be surveyed on topics including charging locations, pricing and availability.
Surveys:
- One-time surveys are open to all active drivers (any car type) in each of the four cities for $50 Virtual Visa Card compensation.
- Recurring surveys are available to EV drivers who download FlexCharging to track their charging times and locations for a $100 Virtual Visa Card for each survey every 3 months.
If you are interested in participating, please follow this link to see if you qualify. Contact electrifyrideshare@forthmobility.org or Patrick Singleton patrick.singleton@usu.edu at USU for more information.
Electrified Ways to Work
Learn about how Metropolitan Family Service may be able to help you qualify for a low-interest loan through their Electrified Ways to Work program if you live in the Portland Metropolitan area.
Electric Vehicle Models
Electric Vehicle Models (EVs)
Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle Models (PHEVs)
EVs and PHEVs Under $35,000
Driver Testimonials
We spoke with rideshare and delivery drivers who have switched to electric cars to hear about the experiences. Guess what? They love it! Click the links below for quick videos from these electric drivers!
Courtney
Courtney has been driving electric for almost three years.
Why she started driving electric
The experience of driving electric
How riders respond
What she loves about her car's features
Kamasu
Kamasu loves driving electric.
The savings are great
The driving experience
The ease of charging
A nearly maintenance-free car
Sean
Sean is an EV Ambassador
Charging
Maintenance
Delivery During Covid
Nissan Leaf Features
Rebates
Profits Up. Expenses Down.
Bottom line, your next car purchase has to pencil out. Sure, electric cars cost less to charge than filling up at the tank, but how much do you really save?
60% LOWER FUEL COST
.99 cents of electric charging goes about the same distance as one gallon of gas.
TAX & DEALER INCENTIVES
With federal and state tax breaks, plus rebates from the manufacturer, you could save up to $10,000
ALMOST ZERO UPKEEP
Fewer parts could save you hundreds or even thousands in annual maintenance.
Resources
Help Request Pages:
Uber’s Coronavirus financial assistance policy and link to request help
Lyft’s Latest on COVID-19
One Fair Wage: Emergency Coronavirus Tipped and Service Worker Support Fund
EVgo Offers Special Charging Discounts
Incentives & Savings
Charge Your Ride
Rideshare Driving in an EV: A Guide To Getting Started
What Happens When You Drive a Chevy Bolt For Rideshare