Chicago Auto Rentals — Chicago Rideshare Vehicle Rental

Who qualifies

Requirements to rent

We're selective because we take care of our drivers and our cars.

Driver profile

Age 23 or older

Valid, unexpired U.S. driver's license

1,000+ lifetime Uber or Lyft trips

Platform rating of 4.85 or higher

Active platform account in good standing

No DUI or reckless driving in past 7 years

No more than 2 moving violations in 3 years

Financials & insurance

Security deposit paid upfront

First week's payment at pickup

Weekly earnings of $700+ (gig screenshot)

Active personal auto insurance — IL minimums

Insurance covers non-owned/rental vehicle use

No lapsed or cancelled policies in past 12 months

Documents we verify

Background check (Checkr)

Motor vehicle record (MVR) check

Photo ID + selfie verification

Platform account screenshot

Insurance declarations page

Signed rental agreement + GPS consent

Questions

Frequently asked

Is the deposit refundable? +

Yes — refundable after return and inspection. We hold it 7–14 days for tolls or tickets that post after return. Any deductions are itemized in writing.

What if I miss a payment? +

3-day grace period. After that, $50 late fee. After 7 days we may disable the vehicle. Just communicate with us before it gets there.

Can I use it for DoorDash or delivery? +

Yes, with written approval. Delivery use includes a small weekly surcharge. Mark it on your application.

What if I get deactivated from Uber or Lyft? +

Notify us within 24 hours. We'll work with you on next steps. Failing to notify us is a contract violation.

Who covers maintenance? +

We cover all scheduled maintenance — oil changes, routine service, mechanical failures not caused by driver misuse. You cover fuel and tolls.

Is there a credit check? +

No credit check. Background check + MVR only — focused on driving history, not credit score.

How long is the minimum rental? +

30 days minimum. After that, week-to-week with one week's notice to end. Most drivers stay several months.

Can someone else drive the car? +

Only the approved driver named in the agreement. Contact us before anyone else gets in the car — unauthorized drivers are a contract violation.

Apply to rent

Complete your full application. We respond within 24 hours. No login required.

Step 1

Your info

Step 2

Driving history

Step 3

Platform & earnings

Step 4

Insurance & payment

Step 5

Agreements

Personal information

Used to verify your identity. Kept confidential.

First name *

Last name *

Date of birth *

Phone number *

Email address *

Home address *

Driver's license # *

License state & expiry *

Emergency contact name & phone *

Step 1 of 5

Driving history

We run an MVR — honesty here helps your approval.

DUI, DWI, or reckless driving in past 7 years? *

Moving violations (tickets) in past 3 years? *

At-fault accidents in past 5 years? *

License ever suspended or revoked? *

Notes on driving history (explain any yes answers)

Which vehicle are you applying for? *

Step 2 of 5

Platform & earnings

We require experienced, actively earning drivers.

Which platform(s) do you drive for? *

Lifetime completed trips *

Current platform rating *

Platform account status *

Average weekly earnings (last 4 weeks) *

Hours driving per week *

Why do you need a rental? *

Step 3 of 5

Insurance & payment readiness

Your personal auto insurance is required — it's the primary coverage on the vehicle.

Active personal auto insurance? *

Insurance provider

Policy expiration date

Does policy cover rental/non-owned vehicle use? *

Ready to pay deposit + first week at pickup? *

Preferred payment method *

Preferred pickup timeframe *

Anything else we should know?

Step 4 of 5

Acknowledgments & consent

Check each item — these are the terms you're agreeing to by submitting. Full contract signed at pickup.

Eligibility: I confirm I meet the minimum requirements — age 23+, valid license, 1,000+ trips, 4.85+ rating, no disqualifying violations. Providing false information results in immediate termination.

Background & MVR check: I authorize Chicago Auto Rentals LLC to run a background check and motor vehicle record check as part of my application.

GPS tracking: I understand all rental vehicles are GPS-tracked at all times and I consent to this tracking.

Insurance requirement: I must maintain active personal auto insurance throughout the rental. My insurance is the primary coverage. I'll provide proof before receiving the vehicle.

Deposit policy: The security deposit is refundable within 7–14 days of return, subject to inspection and deductions for damages, tolls, late fees, or contract violations.

Minimum term: I agree to a minimum rental of 30 consecutive days. Early termination may result in deposit forfeiture.

Platform reporting: I agree to notify Chicago Auto Rentals LLC within 24 hours of any platform deactivation, suspension, or account warning.

Accuracy: All information in this application is true and complete. This application is not a contract — the full rental agreement is signed at pickup.

Please check all boxes and make sure all required fields are filled in.

Submitting your application...

Step 5 of 5

✓

Application received!

We got everything. You'll hear from us within 24 hours via text and email. In the meantime, get your documents ready.

Check your phone. We'll text you within 24 hours with your approval status and next steps.

Get your documents ready. Insurance declarations page, platform screenshot showing trips & rating, photo ID.

Have your deposit ready. Approved drivers move fast — cars go to whoever's ready first.

A car that works
as hard as you do.

From form to keys in 24 hours

Choose your vehicle

Requirements to rent

Frequently asked

Apply to rent

A car that worksas hard as you do.

From form to keys in 24 hours

Choose your vehicle

Requirements to rent

Frequently asked

Apply to rent

A car that works
as hard as you do.