When PCO or private hire vehicle drivers decide to buy a vehicle for Uber, it proves to be a little bit difficult as there are many different types Uber vehicles in the rideshare apps, as well as the requirements set up by TfL and Uber rideshare companies such as electric vehicle or want experienced drivers.
As Uber fares varies when a customer books and this depend of the type of Uber booked; therefore, it is important that PCO and private hire drivers comprehend how Uber fares work.
To comprehend how much a PCO or private hire driver can earn in London, below are some Uber fare prices that show how much an Uber customer pays for the same journey.
UberX:
This is the most everyday ride customers use and it is less than all other Uber ride fares and charges standard fare, which carries up to four passengers and cost around £22. 14. PCO and private hire drivers must have a PCO vehicle that can legally carry 4 passengers, with TfL vehicle licence and insurance and the vehicle must under eight years old.
UberXL:
This ride is for families or a group of up to six passengers or those travelling with a lot of baggage and it will cost around £33.52. PCO and private hire drivers must have a seven-seater PCO vehicle or SUV that can legally carry six passengers, with TfL vehicle licence and valid insurance. As for old the needs to be vehicle, PCO and private hire need to consult TfL or Uber rideshare companies before purchasing a vehicle.
Uber Green:
This a new UberX and it is a lower emission ride that is environmentally friendly and it cost around £21.89. This is for all PCO and private hire drivers in Greater London and drivers earn 10% more during each ride.
Uber Pet:
This ride cost around £26.94 and it is for passengers who have pets with them (i.e., a dog or cat) during their ride. PCO and private hire drivers will receive a little extra payment except passengers with service animals such as guide dogs. If any pets make a mess during the ride, rideshare companies will charge passengers a cleaning fee.
Uber Comfort & Business Comfort:
This ride cost around £28.94, which is around 20% more than usual Uber ride for comfort. In order to be suitable for this, PCO and private hire drivers must complete 500 Uber trips with a rating of 4.85 minimum and have the right PCO vehicle. As for Uber Business comfort is similar to Uber comfort except it has priority support service.
Uber Exec:
This ride cost around £39.93 and this interests PCO and private hire drivers more. However, the rules for Uber Exec is more firm and to qualify, PCO and private Hire drivers are required to drive luxury vehicle such as Audi or Volvo and it must be under six years. PCO and private hire drivers have undertaken 1,000 jobs and must have a rating of 4.9 minimum.
Uber Lux:
This ride cost around £60.81 and it is the comfortable and expensive Uber ride. Uber Lux has the similar rules as the Uber Exec for PCO and private hire drivers and the other vehicle beside Audi and Volvo, it has to be a Jaguar, Range Rover, Mercedes and BMW.
Uber Assist:
This is a special ride for people who are disabled, elderly or those who need additional assistance and it cost around £22.14, which is similar to UberX. PCO and private hire drivers get additional 15% on top of the usual fare and this is very similar to Uber comfort, except drivers will need to complete a free online disability equality training.
Uber Access:
This ride cost around £22.14 and it is for passengers who require forward-facing wheelchair access. Furthermore, similar to Uber Assist, PCO and private hire drivers will get 15% bonus, also a further £150 weekly incentive per ride and an extra £5 for access trip and extra waiting. Drivers must have the right vehicle same as Uber Access and the congestion charges will be exempted.
