Gas Prices Driving for Work

Leslie Sherman-Shafer, an Uber driver, fills up her car at a gas station in Alameda, Calif, March 23, 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.