North Carolina Driver Information
This page provides information about vehicle, driver, and document requirements, state regulations, insurance coverage, and city-specific requirements, needed to drive with Lyft in the state of North Carolina.
To apply to drive in North Carolina, submit an application online or in the Lyft Driver app –– download it from the App Store (iOS) or the Google Play store. To be approved to drive, applicants must meet these requirements.
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What you need to drive with Lyft in North Carolina
司机必须维持文件有效性。如果在到期日期前未能更新必要文件，则会导致账户暂时停用。
使用你的Lyft 司机端 app 上传你的文件。要在app中添加文件，请在主菜单中轻触‘账户’，然后选择‘文件’。
Vehicle requirements
Different regions in this state have specific vehicle age requirements. Click here to see if your vehicle qualifies. All vehicles must meet the following criteria:
- 2010年或更新：Outer Banks
- 2008年或以后：其他所有城市
- 4 doors
- 5-8 个座位（包括司机驾驶座）
- 拥有正式车牌
- 非出租车、加长豪华轿车或非伙伴租车计划 (Express Drive) 的租赁车辆
- Not titled as salvage, non-repairable, rebuilt, or any other equivalent classification
See if your vehicle qualifies for premium ride types to earn more on each ride.
In select cities, you can rent a car through Express Drive with standard insurance included. Rental vehicles must be rented through the Express Drive program to be approved for use on the Lyft platform.
Driver requirements
- 有效驾照 — 也接受临时或州外驾照。
- 您必须年满 25 岁方可驾驶。
- Pass a driver screening, which reviews your driving history and criminal background check. Learn more about driver screenings.
- Any smartphone that can download and run the Lyft Driver app. See phone software recommendations.
Document requirements
- Driver profile photo: Learn how to take the best photo
- 行车执照
- Personal vehicle insurance
*Vehicles registered outside of North Carolina will need to submit a vehicle inspection from a licensed location.
北卡罗来纳州车辆检验表
Vehicle inspections are only required for vehicles with an out-of-state registration. You don't need an inspection if your vehicle has North Carolina plates. Passed inspection forms from other ride share companies are also accepted.
For vehicles with out-of-state registration, please see the steps below::
- Upload a photo of the completed form in your Lyft Driver app. To add documents in the app, tap 'Account' in the main menu, then 'Documents.
徽章和许可证要求
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Lyft 商业外观徽章
司机在司机模式下时必须贴示 Lyft 徽章。Lyft 徽章是 Lyft 的官方商业外观。徽章可以帮助乘客和执法者识别您的车辆。
每当您进入司机模式时，都应将 Lyft 徽章和许可证贴示在乘客一侧前后挡风玻璃的下角。退出司机模式时，请务必取下徽章和许可证。
If you’ve just been approved to drive, you should receive your Lyft emblem and placard shortly. If you didn't get one or need a new one, order one in your Lyft Driver app or Dashboard. While waiting for it to arrive, you may print a temporary emblem.
车牌号码许可证
Starting October 1, 2019, drivers in North Carolina are required to display their vehicle’s license plate number in a legible font on the front of their vehicles.
You can use this form to create a temporary printable copy of your license plate number to display in your vehicle. Please use this template to write in your vehicle’s license plate number. Print this template and write your license plate number in a large font.
Display it on the front of your vehicle while you are picking up passengers, as pictured above. Failure to display your license plate placard when approached by an officer could result in a fine.
写有当前备案车牌的永久标牌将被寄送到您的送货地址，并将在批准后1-2周内到达。
如需更改地址：
- Open the main menu, then tap 'Account.'
- Tap 'Settings.'
- Tap 'Shipping Address.'
To update your license plate:
- 打开 Lyft 司机端 app
- 轻触左上方的菜单标志
- 选择文件
- You can see your vehicle(s) and update your license plate if necessary
北卡罗来纳州司机规定
Be sure to follow these rules when giving rides in North Carolina, and keep an eye on your email for important updates from Lyft.
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Hourly driver mode limits
In North Carolina, Lyft’s standard time limit for driver mode applies.
Annual vehicle inspection
All North Carolina drivers must have their vehicles inspected annually to meet state safety requirements. If your car has North Carolina plates, no further action is required. Out of state vehicles must undergo an inspection at a facility licensed by the North Carolina Department of Transportation.
在南卡罗来纳州提供打车服务
If you plan to drive in South Carolina, the state requires your vehicle be inspected by a certified mechanic licensed in South Carolina.
Get the inspection form here. Once the inspection is completed by a mechanic in South Carolina, upload it in your Lyft Driver app.
请参阅我们的南卡罗来纳州文章，深入了解在此州驾驶需要遵循的规章制度。
Best practices
- Display all required emblems and placards
- 始终随车携带您的驾照和保险文件
- Follow all airport rules
- 不要接受路边招手
- 对于行程，不得接受现金付款
- 不得在出租车队列中排队候客
Know your insurance
迁居到北卡罗来纳州或从北卡罗来纳州迁居到其他地方
如果您已经是其他州的司机，要迁居到北卡罗来纳州，请向我们发送消息，提供以下信息：
- 您的迁居日期
- 您的新收货地址
- North Carolina vehicle inspection*A clear photo of your vehicle registration**
*Vehicles registered outside of North Carolina will need to submit a vehicle inspection from a licensed location. Find an inspection station near you here.
**If you were already required to upload your vehicle registration when you became a driver, you do not need to send it in again.
If you plan to drive in South Carolina, the state requires your vehicle to be inspected by a certified mechanic licensed in South Carolina. Learn more here.
要从北卡罗来纳州迁居到其他州？请在此处查找您的新市场，了解您需要完成的步骤。
Comfort Zones
We've partnered with four Charlotte-area hotels to offer Comfort Zones for drivers. Comfort Zones are comfortable places to take a break that include:
- Free coffee
- Public restrooms
- Access to the hotel lobby
All of these perks will be available 24/7.
While it’s not required, we recommend you identify yourself as a Lyft driver to hotel staff when you arrive.
You can access a Comfort Zone at each of these hotels:
- Courtyard Marriott - 11425 E Independence Blvd, Matthews, NC 28105
- Holiday Inn Express - 9420 E Independence Blvd, Matthews, NC 28105
- Hampton Inn - 9615 Independence Pointe Pkwy, Matthews, NC 28105
- Sleep Inn - 9900 Matthews Park Dr, Matthews, NC 28105