PSR Drivers Application
If you’ve reviewed the requirements and payout structure and feel Palmetto State Rides is a good fit, complete the driver application below. We review each application individually and contact qualified drivers with next steps.
- Complete the full driver application form below.
- Include clear and accurate information about your vehicle, availability, and experience.
- Watch your email for follow-up from Palmetto State Rides.
Questions before you apply? Email us at PalmettoStateRidesLLC@gmail.com
1) Driver & Vehicle Requirements
General Standards
- Vehicle model year 2019 or newer preferred.
- Four doors and enough room to seat at least 4 passengers comfortably.
- Clean, smoke-free, and presentable inside and out.
- Active car wash membership required to help maintain a clean, professional vehicle.
- Working A/C, heat, seatbelts, power windows, and door locks.
- Valid driver’s license, registration, and insurance.
Safety Equipment
- Functioning headlights, brake lights, turn signals, horn, and wipers.
- No active warning lights for brakes, engine, or airbags.
- Spare tire or inflator kit and a phone charger available.
- Active dashcam mounted and running on PSR trips. Front view required, rear view preferred.
Not Allowed
- Salvage or rebuilt titles, loud exhaust, or visible body damage.
- Distracting aftermarket lighting or unsafe modifications.
- Smoking or vaping inside the vehicle while on PSR trips.
- Unapproved riders in the car while transporting PSR clients.
Professional Standards
- Clean driving record and professional communication.
- On-time reliability for scheduled rides.
- Comfortable using navigation apps and following GPS routes.
- Respectful, courteous treatment of every rider.
2) How Driver Pay Works
Most PSR rides use simple time-block pricing. Customers pay a flat rate based on the time block they choose. PSR takes a fixed fee and the remaining payout goes to the driver.
Current time blocks: 10, 15, 25, 35, 45, and 60 minutes.
Block rule: You are paid the full booked block even if the rider finishes early. Tips are optional and go 100% to the driver.
Standard Rides
- 10 minutes — $10
- 15 minutes — $15
- 25 minutes — $25
- 35 minutes — $40
- 45 minutes — $45
- 60 minutes — $60
XL Rides (SUV / Larger Vehicle)
- 10 minutes — $20
- 15 minutes — $30
- 25 minutes — $40
- 35 minutes — $55
- 45 minutes — $60
- 60 minutes — $75
Van Rides
Van rides follow the payout schedule below.
- 10 minutes — $15
- 15 minutes — $25
- 25 minutes — $35
- 35 minutes — $50
- 45 minutes — $55
- 60 minutes — $70
3) Airport Ride Driver Payouts
Airport rides use clearly posted flat payouts. These amounts are what you receive per completed trip.
Greenville-Spartanburg (GSP)
GSP airport rides use standard time-block pricing, with an additional $5 airport fee added to the ride total.
Your final price depends on the time block selected for the trip.
Standard Airport Payouts
- Asheville (AVL) — $100
- Charlotte (CLT) — $150
- Atlanta (ATL) — $275
- Clemson — $65
XL Airport Payouts
- Asheville (AVL) — $135
- Charlotte (CLT) — $200
- Atlanta (ATL) — $325
- Clemson — $85
Van Airport Payouts
- Asheville (AVL) — $110
- Charlotte (CLT) — $175
- Atlanta (ATL) — $305
- Clemson — $75
4) Before You Apply
- Submitting an application does not guarantee approval or activation as a PSR driver.
- Qualified applicants may be contacted for follow-up questions, screening, and next steps.
- Background check, driving record review, and related screening information may be required as part of approval.
- Active rideshare drivers may not need a new background check to start, depending on current status and documentation.