If you’re considering driving for ride hailing apps such as Uber or Lyft, a large factor that plays in your success is the type of car you drive to make your trips. When choosing a particular make/model to buy for a car to use for these ride hailing apps, things to consider are: fuel economy, reliability and safety. Hybrid vehicles are a top choice with their fuel economy and reliability being the top attributes. Your profitability is largely dependent on your expense deductions and with rising fuel costs, car fuel economy should be at the top of your list when shortlisting car choices. The second important factor to consider is reliability. Having a reliable vehicle will in turn safe on repair costs and ensure your car doesn't break down often, especially mid trips which is an Uber/Lyft drivers absolute worst nightmare. Customers may leave negative reviews which may affect your overall rating. The third important factor to consider is safety. Since you will be on the road often by yourself or with customers, your likelihood of being involved in a crash increases. Choosing a vehicle with a high safety crash test rating will help you be one step closer to being safe on your job.