Drive Lane · Requirements

What we ask, before you ever pick up the keys.

Drive Lane operates under the Mainline Standard. The list below is what every approved driver agrees to — and what disqualifies an applicant before review even starts.

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Driver requirements

Valid US driver's license, expiring 6+ months out
Minimum 1 year of driving experience
Clean MVR (no DUI in last 5 years, no major suspensions)
Approved or in-progress on Uber or Lyft
Smartphone capable of running rideshare apps
Lives or operates in DC, Maryland, or Virginia

Vehicle commitments

What we provide vs. what you provide

Vehicle inspected and ready before pickup
Active vehicle registration and insurance on file
GPS device installed and calibrated
Documented photo + video handoff at pickup
Fuel and tolls during your weekly use
Routine cleaning and interior care
Reporting issues within 24 hours
Returning the vehicle in inspection-ready condition

Payment requirements

Refundable security deposit ($750 minimum)
First-week payment before pickup
Bank account or debit card enrolled in weekly auto-pay
Sufficient funds for Friday auto-pay each week

Conduct requirements

Drive Lane vehicles are single-driver only
No personal use outside the agreed scope
No smoking or vaping in the vehicle
No transporting hazardous materials
Adhere to all traffic laws — tickets and tolls are your responsibility
Report any accident within 24 hours, regardless of fault

Disqualifying factors

DUI, reckless driving, or hit-and-run in the last 5 years
Three or more moving violations in the last 3 years
Driving without a valid license or insurance
Identity verification failure
Outstanding judgment or default with another vehicle program
Inability to commit to weekly auto-pay

Meet the bar? Start your application.

Most applicants finish in about five minutes. Have your license, ZIP, and platform status handy.

Apply for Drive Lane