Gas Prices Driving for Work

Molly Kenefick, owner of Doggy Lama Pet Care, gives treats to her clients' dogs in the back of her car in Oakland, Calif. on March 26, 2026.

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Rising gasoline prices are a double blow for drivers who use their own vehicles for work

Rising gasoline prices are a double blow for drivers who use their own vehicles for work

Driving a car, van or truck is a big part of many Americans’ workdays. Millions of people have jobs that require using personal vehicles for work. They include delivery drivers and ride-share providers, as well as self-employed electricians, nannies, home health care aides and real estate agents. The Iran war has pushed up the average U.S. price for a gallon of regular gas by $1. Some companies compensate employees for using their own vehicles, including the cost of gas. Ride-hailing and food delivery platforms like Uber and Instacart don’t reimburse drivers for gas, but some are offering temporary incentives in response to rising gas prices.