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Originally Posted by Track Collector
Yes, Uber is a cashless system.
Tipping was probably not promoted because if one thought that it was expected (like in the restaurant business), the perceived cost of using the service might be less attractive and result in fewer customers.
To be viable, "Ride Sharing" businesses must do their best to have enough drivers available at any time a passenger might want a ride. This can be a challenge in that one of the selling points for working for them is the completely flexible work schedule which is totally determined by the Driver. As such, Uber and Lyft are always advertising for new drivers. To get an edge in this competition for drivers, Lyft began allowing driver tips thru their App, and Uber was forced to keep pace. So yes, I guess you could say the model has changed. I enjoy and appreciate receiving tips, but I do not have the expectation of receiving them.
I find it interesting that a small percentage of my tips are made in cash. I don't know if it is because the passenger is relatively new to the user service and doesn't know they can do so thru the Uber App, or because they erroneously believe that Uber takes a cut and would rather that I receive it all.
Driving for Uber has certainly been an interesting experience so far!
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Have you looked into Uber Eats. A friend of mine said the his son is doing these deliveries for extra money and makes about $500 per weekend. He also said that he really has to hustle for it, doing the "trolling" thing and being available for many hours.
