Rideshare Insurance

Gap coverage for Uber, Lyft, and other rideshare drivers.

Typical cost: $1,500 – $3,000 per year (personal + rideshare)

Rideshare Insurance

Rideshare insurance fills coverage gaps when you drive for Uber, Lyft, or other transportation network companies. Personal auto policies exclude commercial use, and TNC company coverage has gaps—leaving you exposed without proper rideshare coverage.

The Coverage Gap

When the rideshare app is on but you haven't accepted a ride, you're in "Period 1"—a gap where personal insurance doesn't apply but TNC coverage is minimal. Rideshare endorsements or policies fill this gap.

Coverage Options

Options include adding a rideshare endorsement to your personal policy (cheapest), purchasing a hybrid personal/rideshare policy, or getting a full commercial policy (most expensive but complete coverage).

What's covered

Personal Coverage

Standard auto coverage when app is off and you're driving personally.

Period 1 Coverage

Coverage when app is on, waiting for ride requests.

Period 2/3 Coverage

Coverage from accepting a ride through passenger drop-off.

Collision Coverage

Covers your vehicle damage during all periods of rideshare driving.

Uninsured Motorist

Protects you from uninsured drivers while rideshare driving.

Tips

  • Disclose rideshare driving to your insurer—hiding it voids coverage
  • Add rideshare endorsement as the minimum—it's often just $10-$30/month
  • Understand when Uber/Lyft coverage applies and when it doesn't
  • Keep personal policy limits high for Period 1 protection
  • Track your mileage for tax deductions

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