Vehicle Inspection for Uber & Lyft Drivers in Massachusetts
It’s no secret that the biggest hurdle that prevents RideShare drivers in Massachusetts from completing their driver application is the vehicle inspection. If you have ever had to get an inspection for your vehicle, then you know how painful the process can be. The problem is not that passing the inspection is necessarily a difficult thing to do – in fact the vast majority of drivers keep their cars in a condition that would easily pass. The difficulty is in actually taking your car to a mechanic to get the inspection completed.
Let’s elaborate on this process a bit. To get a vehicle inspection done today, most drivers have to:
- Drive to a local mechanic
- Go during normal business hours (maybe even take time off work to make it during that time!)
- Spend time getting there (perhaps get stuck in traffic)
- Spend a lot of time waiting at the mechanic
- Consume gas to get there
- Fear that the mechanic will suggest a bunch of “repairs” that will cost hundreds of dollars
Of course, some of those items may or may not relate to your situation. Regardless, it’s easy to see why the vehicle inspection introduces some friction to the driver onboarding process.
But… the reality is that today, you do not have to do any of the steps above anymore for your Massachusetts inspection! There is an option that leverages technology to remove the friction of the RideShare vehicle inspection. This option is RideShare Mechanic, which is a virtual vehicle inspection service that conducts your inspection during a remote video chat session.
- Fill out the form and schedule an appointment
- Agent will inspect your car
- Make a payment and receive completed inspection form
The advantages of doing your inspection this way is:
- You can do it from wherever your car is (no more driving anywhere)
- You can complete your inspection in under 15 minutes (no more waiting in the waiting room of a mechanic)
- It’s low cost
- You can do the inspection on your time, during extended support hours (no need to take time off work or sacrifice time with your kids)
- You can either schedule an appointment or request an on-demand appointment
How do you know that you’ll have a good experience with RideShare Mechanic? Check out these stats about the company:
- Over 1,600 5-star reviews on Google
- Completed over 25,000 inspections for Uber and Lyft Drivers
- Offers both Uber and Lyft inspections, and provides the completed inspection form digitally
- Is an officially Certified mechanic
To schedule your inspection, fill out this form and specify the type of inspection you need
Uber vehicle requirements in Massachusetts
Ready to book your Uber vehicle inspection in Massachusetts? Make sure you know the requirements before you schedule! Criteria for qualification as an Uber vehicle can vary depending on location but there are base requirements that every vehicle must meet. For example, cars should be less than 10 years old, be a 4-door vehicle fitting at least 4 passengers and have a working seat belts for every occupant.
Minimum requirements for Uber
- 15-year-old vehicle or newer
- 4-door vehicle
- Good condition with no cosmetic damage
- No commercial branding
- Starting April 1, 2019, a new type of inspection is required for all RideShare drivers in Massachusetts. TNC vehicles are required to obtain a TNC inspection at the vehicle’s next annual inspection, or within 12 months of first date of activation on the Uber platform, whichever comes first.
- The TNC vehicle inspection is given immediately after the state vehicle inspection (for Massachusetts residents) and includes an interior safety check. There is a $15 fee for the TNC vehicle inspection in addition to the initial inspection fee.
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Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts
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 Massachusetts, you can find a Greenlight Hub at the following addresses:
Saugus Greenlight Hub, MA
168 Broadway, Saugus, MA 01906
Uber Spot – Braintree Sears, MA
Sears Auto Center 250 Granite St, Braintree, MA 02184
Uber Spot – Auburn Sears, MA
387 Southbridge St, Auburn, MA 01501
Providence Greenlight Hub, MA
539 Smith St, Providence, RI
Lyft vehicle requirements in Massachusetts
The vehicle requirements for a Lyft inspection can vary a bit from state to state, but there are a few features that all standard for all drivers before their car can be Lyft approved.
Firstly, valid insurance and car registration are both a must have (the registration does not have to be in your name, but insurance must include your name). Secondly, your vehicle must be a 4-door one with a minimum of 5 seatbelts (including one for the driver).
Then, it’s onto the 19-point inspection which will look at cosmetic and mechanical features of your vehicle.
Vehicle requirements
- 2004 or newer:
- Cape Cod
- Springfield
- Worcester
- 2003 or newer: All other cities
- 4 doors
- 5-8 seats, including the driver’s
Document requirements
- Driver’s license
- Personal vehicle insurance
- Driver photo
Your age:
- If younger than 23 years old, you must have held a driver license from any state for at least 3 years
- If older than 23 years old, you must have held a driver license from any state for at least 1 year
Inspection location other than RideShare Mechanic:
You can visit a certified mechanic, or, of course, you can take the easiest and most cost-effective option with RideShare Mechanic, allowing you to have the vehicle inspection from wherever your car is.
Firestone
501 Memorial Ave, West Springfield, MA 01089
Murphy’s Automotive
29 Water St, Framingham, MA 01701
Jiffy Lube
3 Powder Mill Rd, Maynard, MA 01754
Why do RideShare drivers in Massachusetts recommend car inspections with RideShare Mechanic?
Recommendations from people who have used our services in the past are the most useful to you. Have a listen to what some of these people have to say below, or check out our 1,400+ Google reviews right here: https://goo.gl/osZJBf
Many of our customers came across our service because they were attracted to our inspection offer for new Uber drivers. However, once they experienced just how much easier RideShare Mechanic is, they came back as loyal, repeat customers.