Vehicle Inspection for Uber & Lyft Drivers in Florida

Did you know that the number 1 reason that drivers in Florida put off their driver application is the mandatory vehicle inspection? That’s right – many drivers are excited to get on the road and start making money with Uber or Lyft, but then hit a bit of a roadblock when they realize that they need an inspection.

The reason is obvious – who has time to go to a local mechanic in Florida? And it’s not only about taking the time to do that; there is the issue in having to go during the mechanic’s normal business hours. Add the time that you have to spend in the process, on top of the gas you consume to get there, and one can see why it’s not unusual for the driver to feel like giving up. Another issue that comes up is that the mechanic may try to sell you a bunch of other services that you don’t really need for the RideShare inspection.

But don’t despair! There is another option to the traditional mechanic – it’s called RideShare Mechanic. This is not your typical mechanic shop! RideShare Mechanic is a virtual mechanic that leverages technology such as ZOOM meeting app to conduct the inspection. So with the help of your smartphone, an inspector on the other end will guide you to show them the various items of your car that must be inspected.

Complete inspection through your smartphone camera

1. Fill out the form and schedule an appointment
2. Agent will inspect your car
3. Make a payment and receive completed inspection form

View how it works

There are lots of benefits of using this service over the alternatives:

• Do the inspection from your driveway (or wherever the car is)
• The service is low cost
• During a time that is convenient for you based on extended business hours
• In under 15 minutes
• You can request a scheduled or an on-demand appointment

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RideShare Mechanic:

• Has completed over 30,000 inspections for Uber and Lyft applicants and existing drivers
• Has received over 1,600 5-star reviews on Google
• Has an official mechanic certification
• Offers inspections for both Lyft and Uber, and provides the completed inspection form digitally

Uber vehicle requirements in Florida

What do inspectors look for during a vehicle check in Florida? They’ll want to know a few vehicle details, such as year, make, and model. While Uber inspections may differ depending on the state, there are certain criteria which all vehicles must meet. For instance, all cars should be a 4-door vehicle suitable for 4 passengers or more, and all seats must have their own safety belts.

Minimum requirements for Uber

• 15-year-old vehicle or newer
• 4-door vehicle
• Good condition with no cosmetic damage
• No commercial branding

Florida Uber vehicle inspection form

Every RideShare Mechanic inspector has the Uber vehicle inspection form at hand, ready to check your vehicle. If you wish to use a different mechanic, just be sure you print and take the Uber inspection form with you. With RideShare Mechanic, all you do is upload the digital form to your profile; with a local mechanic, you’ll need to take a photo of the physical form and upload that.

Uber Greenlight Hub Locations in Florida

Uber operates offices all over the country in which drivers can go to and meet Uber employees. These offices are referred to as “Greenlight Hubs,” and drivers commonly go to these locations for assistance with their account, profile, and at some locations, to get their vehicle inspected. Below is a list of the Uber Greenlight Hubs that are available to you in Florida:

Greenlight Hub, Wynwood, FL

2200 NW 2nd Ave, Unit #111 Miami, FL 33127

Greenlight Spot, Palm Beach Gardens, FL

3101 PGA Blvd Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410

Sprint Spot, Miramar, FL

975 SW 160th Ave Miramar, FL 33027

Sprint Spot, Doral, FL

10670 NW 19 St. Miami, FL 33172

Sprint Spot, Fort Lauderdale, FL

1617 E Sunrise Blvd Fort Lauderdale, Fl 33304

Sprint Spot Hollywood, FL

6609 Taft St Hollywood Fl, 33024

Sprint Store, FL

2 NW 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601

Orange Blossom Trail Greenlight Hub, FL

9350 S Orange Blossom Trail, Unit 10 Orlando, FL 32837

Winter Park Sprint Spot, FL

902 S Orlando Ave Winter Park, FL 32789

Sprint, FL

1584 Governors Square Blvd 14 Tallahassee, FL 32301

Sprint Spot – Clearwater, FL

2663 Gulf to Bay Blvd Clearwater, FL 33759

Sprint Spot – Tampa, FL

14367 N Dale Mabry Hwy Tampa, FL 33618

Sprint Spot – Temple Terrace, FL

8795 N 56th St Temple Terrace, FL 33617

Lyft vehicle requirements in Florida

Lyft’s vehicle requirements can vary depending on your state but there are certain Lyft vehicle requirements that must be met no matter where you are located. Although a vehicle inspection is not required for Florida, the other standard requirements for all states still apply, such as valid insurance and registration, or that your car must have 4 doors, and the vehicle also has to have at least 5 functioning seatbelts.

Vehicle requirements

• 2007 or newer
  • Bradenton
  • Jacksonville
  • Miami/South FL
  • Naples
  • Orlando
  • Port of Charlotte
  • Sarasota
  • Tampa
• 2004 or newer:
  • Daytona Beach
  • Florida Keys
  • Fort Myers
  • Lakeland
  • Ocala
  • Port St. Lucie
• 2003 or newer: All other cities
• 4 doors
• 5-8 seats, including the driver’s

Document requirements

• Driver’s license
• Vehicle registration
• Florida vehicle insurance
• Driver photo

Inspection location other than RideShare Mechanic:

If it’s easier, you can visit a certified mechanic in your area. But why not go for the most convenient option with a vehicle inspection in your own driveway with RideShare Mechanic?

Why do RideShare drivers in Florida recommend car inspections with RideShare Mechanic?

People who have used our service are in the best position to give recommendations for our service. Read below to see what some of our customers have to say about us, and be sure to check out the 1,600+ Google reviews we have accumulated here: https://goo.gl/osZJBf

Many of our drivers are new applicants for Uber. Once they experience how much more convenient and cost-effective RideShare Mechanic is, they return to us again and again as loyal and valued customers.