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To rent a TLC car...worth it?

7.2K views 16 replies 10 participants last post by  aluber1968  
Hello NYC/NJ UberPeople,

I'm from NJ and I got my TLC license last summer. However, I didn't get the chance to rent a TLC car because I had to return to work soon after I received the license (I'm a teacher). I was thinking of renting a TLC vehicle for the month of July.

My goal is to drive 35 to 45 hrs a week and earn at least $1,000 after expenses (rental, gas, tolls, etc) excluding taxes. I'm a morning person so I'm thinking of starting my days at 4:30 am.

My question is, in your opinion, based on your experience with the NYC/Northen NJ market...is renting a TLC worth it? will I reach my goal driving those hours?

I look forward to your comments.

Best,

Eduber NJ
App drivers make on Average between $15-$25 B4 car expenses.

So with the hours mentioned you are looking at about $525-$1125 a week BEFORE car expenses.

July is a slow month also.