Yes, you can, but only if Lyft has ‘rolled out’ in your region.
Lyft is actively looking for partners in different regions for rolling out the delivery services. The company says it wants to make sure to do whatever is helpful to the Lyft drivers and community. With the Covid-19 pandemic situation, this pilot program chooses to explore earning alternatives for drivers.
The ride-hailing taxi app doesn’t fare well against the competition in this form of delivery model, especially with apps like Roadie, etc. coming to fore with a hundred thousand drivers in their network. As of now, Lyft only allows essential deliveries package under 50lbs, which may include medical supplies, meals, groceries, home necessities, important auto parts, etc.
So, living in a densely populated area or a sophisticated location doesn’t guarantee Lyft delivery services for you. Though you may try your luck by booking a Lyft and asking the driver for a favor (don’t forget to tip them for their kind services). However, you may find another significant range of service providers for sending packages to your near and dear ones at a selected location.
Google got lucky with several questions from the public, such as – Can LYFT pick up groceries? – And more. A group of regular forum users responded to the same with an articulate answer starting by a timid ‘yes.’ Often, the Lyft drivers aren’t interested in delivering groceries as it takes ample time to load and unload the stuff.
A few popular names like Uber did enter the market of stuff delivery services with its Uber Connect and Uber Direct options, but it has a limited reach in some select cities like New York. Considering that the brand is in an expansion mode right now, consumers can expect a full-fledged servicing in Uber-available areas.
Opportunity for Entrepreneurs
The on-demand delivery business has digitally gained traction in these tough times. People, who want everything on-demand, care for high-quality & reliable services. If you are seeking an entrepreneurial venture in this on-demand economy for raking profits, this is one of the most opportune moments for you to grab with both hands.
Startups ventures or small businesses can launch their ventures with ingenious ideas, but they require smart tooling & technologies for solid software infrastructure development. You can leave the playbook and interest yourself with market studies for analyzing the competitors in your region. This is a small start for a big venture.
In the fast-paced IT industry, you have the luxury of exploring on-demand app development companies for their services. Whether a mobile app or website app, savvy consumers prefer a host of digital solutions with engaging UI/UX, secured & reliable features. Replicating all of these in a well-intuitive app helps you draw consumers and increase the user base.
