Updated 2019 – TappCar in Edmonton is a great way to get some extra work in on your downtime with Uber. In this article, we’ll take you through the driver rates and requirements to help get you started!
- Service Types and Rates
- Vehicle Requirements
- Driver Requirements
- Tappcar Driver Taxes
- Insurance Requirements
- Sign Up Process
- Contact Information
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TappCar Edmonton Service Types and Rates
TappCar
Base Fare:
$2.50
Per Minute:
$0.30
0-2km:
$0.70
2-10km:
$0.85
10+km:
$0.90
Cancellation Fee:
$4.00
Minimum Fare:
$3.25
Van
Base Fare:
$11.50
Per Minute:
$0.30
0-2km:
$0.70
2-10km:
$0.85
10+km:
$0.90
Cancellation Fee:
$4.00
Minimum Fare:
$3.25
Premium
Base Fare:
$10.50
Per Minute:
$0.30
0-2km:
$0.85
2-10km:
$1.05
10+km:
$1.05
Cancellation Fee:
$4.00
Minimum Fare:
$3.25
Tips, Fees, and Payment Methods
Commission and Service Fees
25%
Commission 25%
TappCar: $2.50
TappCar Van: $2.50
TappCar Premium: $2.50
Vehicle Requirements
TappCar Standard
- Need to get Police Clearance every year as required by Alberta TNC laws.
- A good size car no older than 10 years and inside, outside clean with no damage.
- No leased or rebuilt vehicle.
TappCar Van
- Need to get Police Clearance every year as required by Alberta TNC laws.
- A good size car no older than 10 years and inside, outside clean with no damage.
- No leased or rebuilt vehicle.
TappCar Premium
- Need to get Police Clearance every year as required by Alberta TNC laws.
- A good size car no older than 10 years and inside, outside clean with no damage.
- No leased or rebuilt vehicle.
Driver Requirements
- Be over 25 years old
- Have a valid Class 1,2 or 4 Driver’s License
- Have a Driver’s Abstract dating back 3 years with no more than 7 demerits,
- Police clearance with a ‘vulnerable sector check’ from the Edmonton Police Service,
- Have or be willing to procure a vehicle that is newer than 5 years old,
- Have an Annual Mechanical Inspection on your vehicle.
- Auto insurance copy of “Rideshare Insurance” with insurance details and business kilometers
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TappCar Driver Taxes
The taxes you will have to pay include CPP (Canadian Pension Plan contributions), EI (Employment Insurance), Federal and Provincial Income tax. You should consult with an accountant who can tell you how much to save from your earnings, especially if you have another job.
For more information on rideshare taxes, check out our in depth rideshare tax guide.
Insurance Requirements
Drivers are fully covered while driving with TappCar will be provided with insurance through the SPF 9 policy.
If you already have Ride Share insurance please bring a copy of detailed Automobile insurance certificate when you sign up with TappCar. The policy should state the details and the business kilometers. Rideshare drivers in Alberta are required to hold the “Rideshare Insurance” policy. Drivers are also required to ensure their brokers know they are operating as a rideshare driver.
See TappCar’s insurance documentation here.
Tappcar provides coverage for drivers from the moment they click accept ride to the customers exit from the vehicle. Drivers are still required to get the “Rideshare Insurance ” (SPF1) policy from their brokers
Sign Up Process
Head over to the TappCar website to sign up or sign up in-app
Visit the TappCar Edmonton office to sign up
Contact Information
TapCarr driver support: 1-587-745-0378TappCar support email: support@tappcar.com
TappCar support twitter: @Tapp_car
Edmonton TappCar Office
10080 Jasper Ave NW, Suite 301
Edmonton, AB
T5J 1V9
Calgary TappCar Hub
4807 32 St SE #36,
Calgary, AB
T2B 2X3
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