Lyft announced on Wednesday the launch of a temporary relief program aimed at supporting its drivers in the United States amid rising gasoline prices that are impacting gig workers’ earnings. The surge in fuel costs is largely attributed to energy supply disruptions connected to the ongoing U.S.-Israeli conflict involving Iran.
Gasoline prices nationwide have increased by more than 30% in recent weeks, with the average price hovering around $4 per gallon. In response, Lyft’s new 60-day program, effective from March 27 to May 26, provides cash-back incentives and fuel savings for drivers who use the Lyft Direct debit card at participating gas stations.
Under this initiative, drivers classified as top performers will receive an additional 2% cash back on fuel purchases, while mid-level drivers will earn an extra 1%, supplementing existing rewards that range from 1% to 10% depending on driver status. When combined with offers from Lyft’s partners, the total savings could amount to as much as 94 cents per gallon for top-tier drivers, based on the national average fuel price of $3.97 per gallon.
Meanwhile, food delivery company DoorDash has also introduced a comparable program, which will be available through April 26, providing similar fuel relief benefits to its drivers.
