Washington, Mar 23 (AP) DoorDash is offering extra compensation to US and Canadian drivers as part of a temporary program to help offset rising gas prices.
The San Francisco-based delivery company announced the program Monday as the national average price for gas hit USD 3.96 per gallon in the US, according to AAA. That's 35 per cent higher than one month ago.
DoorDash said US drivers with a DoorDash debit card will earn 10 per cent cash back on any gas purchase, up from the usual rate of 2 per cent. More than half of DoorDash drivers have the card, the company said.
The company said drivers who travel 125 miles or more while making deliveries will also receive a weekly fuel payment, starting at USD 5 and up to a maximum of USD 15.
In Canada, DoorDash drivers will receive up to USD 36 Canadian dollars per week based on the miles they travel to make deliveries.
DoorDash said both programs will remain in effect through April 26. It announced a similar gas price relief program in Australia late last week.
It's not yet clear if rivals will match DoorDash's payments. GrubHub said last week that it is keeping a close eye on gas prices. Messages seeking comment were left Monday with Uber. (AP)
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