Rideshare Driver: history and fun facts
Everything a curious kid might want to know about this job.
Did you know?
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Many rideshare drivers listen to music or podcasts they love while they drive, so every trip can have its own soundtrack!
Through history
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About 100 years ago
People first used cars to carry others for money, like taxis. Today, phones help drivers and riders find each other quickly.
Tools of the trade
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Phone map
The driver's phone shows a map with the pickup spot and the way to go. It helps them find the best streets.
A day in the job
- MorningThe driver turns on the app and says hello. They wait for a rider to tap for a ride, then drive to meet them.
Words to know
- Rideshare
- A way for people to share a car ride. A driver uses an app to pick up a rider and take them where they need to go.
Quiz time
Rideshare drivers can only take people to places in their own neighborhood.