What is a TNC? 
TNC stands for transportation network company, a term defined in a recently enacted part of the State Vehicle & Traffic Law. A TNC is a business, also known as a " rideshare company ", licensed by DMV to use a digital network to connect passengers to TNC drivers for prearranged trips. 

How do I become a TNC driver? 
Contact one of the New York State licensed TNC companies. Lyft and Uber are currently licensed by DMV. 

Is there an age and licensing requirement to be a TNC driver? 
Yes , by statute , TNC drivers must be at least 19 years old and hold a valid and current NYS driver s license issued by DMV. 

Does my vehicle need to be authorized for TNC use? 
Not by DMV. But TNC companies may have requirements on the vehicles they allow. 

If I have a car loan, will my vehicle lender allow me to use my personal vehicle to drive for a TNC? 
You should read your lending agreement and contact your lender, as any such limitations are a matter of private contract, not the TNC Act or regulations. 

Can I use a taxi or livery vehicle to drive for a TNC? 
No. The TNC Act prohibits taxis, livery vehicles, limousines or licensed for - hire vehicles from being used as a TNC vehicle. 

What are the insurance requirements for a TNC driver? 
TNC companies will make sure TNC drivers understand and have the required insurance. If you are interested in being a TNC driver , you should contact a TNC you are interested in working with. 

May a driver be authorized by more than one TNC? 
That is up to the TNC you want to work for, as there is no legal limit to driving for more than one TNC. 

If I am an authorized TNC driver, may I pick up passengers in New York City? 
No , not unless you are separately authorized by the New York City Taxi & Limousine Commission: www.nyc.gov/taxi [1]. 

If I am an authorized TNC driver, may I drop off a TNC passenger in New York City that I picked up outside the City? 
Yes. 

If I am licensed to operate for hire by the New York City Tax

user: What exactly is a TNC?

assistant: The TNC is actually the transportation network company and is a business know as a rideshare company, licensed by DMV.

user: What types of trips are TNC licensed through the DMV?

assistant: TNC companies are licensed by the DMV to use a digital network to connect passengers to the drivers for prearranged trips.

user: What insurance is required to be a TNC driver?

assistant: The TNC companies take care of the understanding of insurance needed.

assistant: Are you interested in being a TNC driver?

user: No, not at this time.

user: What if I am licensed to operate for hire by the NY City taxi and limousine commission, can I work at a TNC driver outside of NY City?

assistant: Yes you allowed only if you are authorizd by a licensed TNC company and if you use a different vehicle than you drive for hire in NY City.

user: Can I pick up passengers in NY City if I am an authorized TNC driver?

assistant: You can if you are separately authorized by the NY City Taxi and Limousine Commission; but otherwise no.

user: Am I allowed to drop off a TNC passenger in NY City that I picked up outside the City if I am an authorized TNC driver?

assistant: Yes you are allowed.