You'll need to be at least 21 years of age to drive for Lyft. In addition, you'll have to complete a background check and a driver's record check. In the past three years, you shouldn't have more than three moving violations, such as traffic light violations. You shouldn't have any major violations, such as reckless driving. In the last seven years, you should have no drug-related infractions or DUIs. In addition, you can't have any driving felonies, such as a hit-and-run. In the past seven years, you shouldn't have committed any violent crimes, sexual offenses, thefts, property damage, felonies or drug related offenses. You'll need a valid driver's license for your state, as well as one year of driving experience in the United States. If you recently moved and hope to drive for Lyft, you should go to the DMV and get a license. If you recently moved and got a new in-state license, you will need to prove that you have one year of driving experience. You could take a photograph of your old driver's license before trading it in for your new in-state license. Your automotive insurance should be in-state and your name should be on the policy. In addition, you must be insured to the level of the state minimum. The name on your insurance policy has to match the vehicle you want to drive for Lyft. You'll need a four door car that is in good condition. In particular, your car should have all of the safety features, no major damage and should be clean. It should meet the following specifications: It should be a 2004 or newer model. All seatbelts in good working condition. Good tire tread depth. You should be able to fit a penny within all parts of the tread. Four doors that are in good working order. There has to be a handle on each of the four doors that is accessible from the outside. All lights in good working order. Signals, high beams, hazards, turn signals, brake lights, fog beams and other lights should be functioning. Working A/C and heating. Windows that roll up and down and in good condition. No obstruction of the field of vision, such as cracks in the windshield. The body of the car must be in good condition. Working mufflers and tailpipe. Seat adjustments work properly. Horn works. No issues with the engine, transmission, suspension, steering or brakes of the vehicle. If you have all of the requirements except for a car, you can still drive for Lyft! You can drive for one of the car rental companies that have arrangements with Lyft, such as Hertz or Enterprise, for example. This can be a good way to try out the job, although you may want to own your own car for this job eventually, given the rental costs. It may cost in the range of $150-250 per week to rent a car to drive for Lyft. You need a smartphone for this job, since you will get your jobs by looking at the Lyft mobile app. In particular, you'll need at least an iPhone 4 with an iOS 9.0+ operating system. If you use an Android device, it should be running at least a 6.0+ operating system.

Summary: Pass the driver requirements. Make sure you have a valid license. Get in-state car insurance. Ensure your car is up to snuff. Apply for the express drive program if you don't own a car. Get a mobile app.

There are several different types of rice. Choose the rice that best fits your recipe. This will do for average recipes that are not rice-centered. South Asian inspired dishes often call for long-grain rice as well. American long-grain white or brown rice varieties are the most common in the United States. White rice is fluffy and dry. Brown rice tends to be more chewy and grainy in flavor. Jasmine rice is soft with a slight floral aroma. It is used in a lot of Southeast Asian cooking. Basmati rice has a nutty flavor. It is often used in south-central Asian cooking. This type of rice usually absorbs a lot of water and can be quite sticky. Japanese-style rice is firm and often sticky. It is used in a variety of Japanese dishes. Bomba rice is also sticky and absorbs a lot of water. It is commonly used in Spanish dishes like paella. Short-grain rice can become sticky, and even creamy, with the right amount of water. Try these for a more soupy rice dish. Arborio rice is quite sticky and creamy. It is used to make Italian dishes like risotto. Short-grain brown rice can also be quite sticky and chewy in flavor. Mix a specialty rice with a typical long-grain rice to add color, flavor, and texture to your meal. Wehani rice is an American whole grain option. It is reddish-brown in color and mixes well with other rices. Chinese black rice is also a whole grain rice. Unlike other short-grain rices it is firm and non-sticky. It is a deep purple color when cooked. Wild rice cooks firm and chewy with a grainy flavor. It is long-grain and a dark brown color when cooked. Someone in the supermarket or even a friend may be able to help you decide on the right type of rice for your meal. If you don't have a specific dish in mind, you may enjoy trying a new type of rice just for fun! American long-grain rice is quite common and can be easily found in supermarkets. For specialty rice, try going to health food stores or stores that cater to specific parts of the world.
Summary: Decide on the type of rice you want to use for your meal. Choose a long-grain rice. Choose a medium-grain. Choose a short-grain rice. Use a specialty rice. Ask for advice. Purchase the rice you desire.