Vehicle Inspection for Uber & Lyft Drivers in Iowa

If you are looking to get a vehicle inspection for your Uber or Lyft application in Iowa, look no further – you’re about to learn about the fastest, most convenient way to get an inspection, through a company that has completed over 30,000 inspections for RideShare drivers! The unique inspection service is provided by a company called RideShare Mechanic.

However, before we talk about the way that RideShare Mechanic conducts vehicle inspections, let’s first take a look at how most drivers get their vehicles inspected in Iowa.

First, they have to go to a local mechanic to complete the inspection. This means that they have to drive there, which takes up valuable time and consumes gas to get there. It also means that they have to get there during normal business hours, which can be quite difficult with busy schedules and obligations today.

And if they go to a mechanic, there is often the fear that a mechanic will try to scam them into “repairing” all sorts of things that can cost a lot of money but aren’t even required for the RideShare inspection.

With RideShare Mechanic, you don’t have to do any of that! The way that RideShare Mechanic works is that they inspect your car through video chat. Simply by initiating a video chat session using your phone’s camera, the inspectors at RideShare Mechanic will review the items required on the 19-point mandatory vehicle inspection.

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

By doing the inspection in this manner, drivers have a significantly more positive experience compared to the traditional ways of getting their vehicle inspections. First of all, you can do the inspection from wherever your car is parked, even at your own driveway, and the time it takes is usually under 15 minutes, which means that you can get approved and start making money sooner! Additionally, RideShare Mechanic offers extended hours of operation – 12 hours per day, 7 days per week, to make it easy to accommodate everyone’s schedule.

The cost is low and comparable to that which a mechanic would charge. A nice perk that is worth noting is that you can schedule an appointment that works for your schedule, or you can request an on-demand appointment if you are in a hurry.

One other element of convenience is that RideShare Mechanic will complete your inspection form digitally and then send it to your e-mail, so you don’t have to worry about printing off the form and taking it to the mechanic.

If you have never used RideShare Mechanic, we encourage you to give it a try. The company in a certified mechanic and has completed over 30,000 inspections for Uber and Lyft drivers, and they have amassed over 1,800 positive reviews on Google!

Uber vehicle requirements in Iowa

Do you know what Uber inspectors look for during an Uber vehicle inspection in Iowa? While inspections may vary according to local regulations, there are certain requirements that all driver should meet before they can be Uber approved. These include: no cosmetic damage, be a 4-door vehicle with space for at least 4 passengers, younger than 10 years old, and have fully-functional seat belts for all passengers.

Minimum requirements for Uber

• 15-year-old vehicle or newer
• 4-door vehicle
• Good condition with no cosmetic damage
• No commercial branding
• At least 21 years of age
• Valid drivers license
• Proof of vehicle registration
• Personal vehicle insurance

Iowa Uber vehicle inspection form

At RideShare Mechanic, all of our inspectors are equipped with the Uber inspection form and can send it to you in digital format for you to upload to your Uber profile. If you choose to go with your local mechanic, be sure to print and take the Uber vehicle inspection form with you, so the mechanic can sign it.

Uber Greenlight Hub Locations in Iowa

Uber Greenlight Hubs can be found all across the country, offering a place where drivers can go in person to complete their Uber vehicle inspections and also receive assistance on their driver account. For Iowa, you can find a Greenlight Hub at the following addresses:

Des Moines GLH, IA

1800 NW 86th St, Suite 27 Clive, IA 50325

Iowa City GLH, IA

IC coLab – 215 IA – 965, Suite 1 North Liberty, IA 52317

Lyft vehicle requirements in Iowa

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. For example, valid insurance and registration are essential, your car must have 4 doors, and the vehicle also has to have at least 5 functioning seatbelts.

There are other cosmetic and mechanical requirements which the 19-point inspection will cover.

Vehicle requirements

• 2003 or newer
• 4 doors
• 5-8 seats, including the driver’s

Document requirements

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

Iowa Lyft vehicle inspection form

If you prefer to take your car to a local mechanic in Iowa instead of using RideShare Mechanic, Lyft has a simple vehicle inspection form that you will need to print out and take with you. The mechanic will fill out the form while inspecting your car, and then either circle “pass” or “fail” upon completion of the inspection. You’ll then need to upload a photo of this inspection form to Lyft.

Inspection location other than RideShare Mechanic:

You can very well visit a local, certified mechanic to complete your inspection. The even easier option for Lyft drivers in Iowa, however, is a vehicle inspection right in your own driveway with an inspector from RideShare Mechanic.

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

No one is more qualified to make recommendations than people who have used our service. Hear what some of these people have to say below, and to see all of our 1,500+ Google reviews, click here: https://goo.gl/osZJBf

Many of our drivers are new driver applicants for Uber, so often get to take advantage of our inspection. However, once they experience how much easier RideShare Mechanic is for them compared to any other vehicle inspection option, they often come back and become loyal, repeat customers.