Uber is a very convenient and efficient service that many of us use at some point. Riding in an Uber, there is a multitude of colorful drivers that you will meet, some are awesome, others… not so much. That being said, let us dive into the variation of Uber drivers based on my own observations.

1. The Retiree

The retiree is that driver that is only driving with Uber because they do not have anything to do with their lives. Their kids are grown and have kids that they never get to see. Instead of sitting around watching HSN and the news all day they get out and stay active. A plus to this driver is that there are more than willing to listen to your life story and how done you are with your day. The downfalls? They sometimes drive a little slow and sometimes they do not work well with the GPS and you’re left wandering around looking for them to take you to your destination.

2. The Soccer Mom or Dad

Ahh… classic soccer mom or dad. You know who they are. They drive an SUV or a minivan, they look like they’re parents and they most definitely are going to talk to you about your day. This driver type is similar to ‘The Retiree’, the main difference being that the cars a usually bigger and possibly a bit less cleanly, and of course they make you feel homesick because that parental feeling makes you miss mom and dad.

3. The Smoker

*Cough* *Hack* Gross, I know. These are most definitely one of the worst drivers. Because they cough and hack the whole time? Nope. More for the most obvious reason - the smell. You open that door and you just KNOW that you are going to leave that car with a headache or with your asthma acting up. My best advice is for you to kindly ask if you can open a window and allow the fresh air to fill up your lungs.

4. Daredevil

Run. Just run and don't look back. This driver is pretty much out to kill you. They are constantly breaking hard, running lights and signs, maybe they don't even have seat belts in the back, oh and they whip those corners harder than whip cream. Personally, I've had a driver that has driven in the grass to get past a light because the light was yellow, and cars were stopping… not to mention she also did not have a seat belt in the front seat so I was basically a human rag doll.

5. The Silence

Much like the doctor who characters of the same name, these drivers are highly forgettable. They may say high but will never spark up any more of a conversation than that. This is their job, they are going to do it and they do not need to talk to you to do so.

6. The Conversationalist

If you don’t like talking this driver may just be your worst nightmare. They love to talk and get to know you. They want to know your major, what classes you are taking, everything under the sun… maybe even your blood type? There are pros to this driver. This driver type can provide you with a lot of helpful information and insights. They may even be a new networking connection you make.

7. The Brokenhearted Roadster

Brace yourself… you are about to be inserted into the most uncomfortable situation of your life. A ride with the Brokenhearted Roadster begins normal. You have small talk and have a few laughs… then out of nowhere… BAM! The driver hits you with their life story and all their relationship issues. They’re not sure if they should break up with their SO or stick around longer. Chances are if you are anything like me you will have no idea what to say and will awkwardly sit there until you get where you must go.

8. The Catcaller

This is the WORST driver you will ever encounter. This person is constantly staring at you from their mirrors. They are going to call you by a wide assortment of pet names that are going to make you jump out of your skin. You try to act nice the whole ride to make sure you do not get murdered and by the time you get out of that car you feel like you need to bathe yourself in acid because the verbal grossness that has just been spewed at you is just too much.

All in all, just be nice to drivers and don’t forget to tip them every once and a while (unless they are the worst).