With Lyft’s car seat mode, it makes traveling with children easier for parents. The car seat mode matches riders with the same kinds of vehicles as standard Lyft rides, just with a car seats.
Note: Car seat rides are currently only available in New York City. If Car seat rides are available in your city, you will see the option when selecting a ride.
How to request
- Select ‘Car seat’ ride type
- Set your pickup and drop-off locations
- Request the ride
Note: When the driver arrives, it’s your responsibility to secure your child in the car seat.
Pricing
Car seat rides include an additional fee of $10 on the ride fare.
Safety details
Car seat mode drivers have the IMMI Go car seat, which is forward-facing.
Note: The child sitting in the car seat must be between 31″ – 52″ inches in height and between 22 – 48 pounds in weight. The seat isn’t suitable for children under 2 years old.
Riders Are Responsible For
- Verifying the car seat is safe and secure before choosing to take the ride
- Safely securing the child in the car seat and removing that child at the end of a ride
Drivers Are Responsible For
- Safely installing and uninstalling car seats at the beginning and end of each ride
- Taking the test on how to properly install and maintain car seat
- Recognizing whether their car seat is in proper working condition
Note: Only drivers that pass the test take part in the Car seat program.
