Episode 77: How to Save on Gas Costs While Delivering Uber Eats Doordash Grubhub Postmates, etc.

A few weeks ago gas prices were ridiculously low. As people are getting back to work we're seeing gas prices start to move up in price. With gas getting more expensive and as much as we have to drive to deliver for gig economy apps, how do we make sure that we're not paying too much for gas?

Before diving into that topic, a couple things we touched on to start the episode:

Last week the government added funds to the EIDL relief loans. Stay tuned to the EntreCourier website, we'll dive into that soon. Also, June 30 is the deadline for the Paycheck Protection Program. Here are some PPP relevant links:How the PPP program works for independent contractorsMy process applying for the PPP loansHow PPP loan forgiveness works for independent contractorsWhere to apply for PPP LoansDoordash has been said to be dangling 'bonuses' for completing so many deliveries. They were promising "you'll earn at least $1750" for 300 deliveries. That's not a bonus, that's not money on top. It's just a minimum earnings of less than $6 each.Go check out Mike Delivers. Another delivery based podcast that's well done.

Okay, on to this week's episode

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The most important tip for cutting down on gas costs? Drive less

I drive around in a 20-mpg Chevy Equinox and spend less on gas than a lot of people who drive a Prius. Why? Because I keep my miles down. Too many drivers are driving way too many miles. Don't be that guy (or gal).

Don't drive extra miles to save on taxes.

I learned on Uber Eats that distance was a better factor for evaluating deliveries than the offered price.

Use the available cost saving tools.

Use my GetUpside referral link to receive a bonus 15¢ per gallon cash back on your first fill up.

Check out GasBuddy for info on gas prices and save money on gas purchases with their debit card. (not an affiliate link.

Get the GoBank card from Uber Eats for up to 6.5% cash back on gas. Don't deliver for Uber Eats yet? Sign up here.

Use gas savings at warehouse clubs like Costco and Sam's Club

Keep the big picture in mind

Think about what the cost is for whatever savings you pursue. Driving 6 miles out of your way costs you more in time and vehicle cost than what you save.

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