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September Traffic Safety Month: Delivery Riders Should Slow Down, Look, and Stop at Intersections; Yield to Pedestrians; and Conduct Safety Checks Before Accepting Orders

During Traffic Safety Month in September, when delivering food, it’s more worthwhile to slow down, look, and stop at intersections than to rush to get one more order.

During Road Safety Month in September 2026, food delivery riders should prioritize checking for right-of-way at intersections, visibility when turning, blind spots around large vehicles, legal parking, and the pace at which they wait for orders. This article compiles safety reminders for delivery riders based on official data, emphasizing that road safety should never take a back seat to the desire to rush or maximize earnings per order.

During Traffic Safety Month in September, when delivering food, it’s more worthwhile to slow down, look, and stop at intersections than to rush to get one more order. Read Post »

Gas prices remained unchanged from September 7 to September 13; delivery drivers calculated fuel costs, order-acceptance radii, and the cost of empty return trips.

Gas Prices Remain Unchanged for 6 Consecutive Days from Sept. 7 to Sept. 13: How Will Delivery Drivers Calculate Their Gas Costs and Order Radius This Week?

CPC Corporation, Taiwan announced that gasoline and diesel prices will remain unchanged from September 7 to 13, 2026. This article summarizes this week’s fuel cost benchmarks, delivery radius, empty return trips, rainy-day risks, and actual hourly wage calculations for delivery riders; prices are valid only for this period.

Gas Prices Remain Unchanged for 6 Consecutive Days from Sept. 7 to Sept. 13: How Will Delivery Drivers Calculate Their Gas Costs and Order Radius This Week? Read Post »

On the afternoon of September 3, before heading out for a food delivery run during a thunderstorm, I checked the radar echoes, drop-off points, beverage placement, and intersection safety.

Delivering food during an afternoon thunderstorm on September 3; check the radar echoes and drop-off locations 5 minutes before accepting an order

During afternoon thunderstorms in September 2026, delivery riders should check the Central Weather Bureau’s radar echoes, rainfall data, and weather alerts before accepting orders, then assess pickup locations, beverage handling, yielding at intersections, and platform safety rules; if the rain intensifies, they should err on the side of caution and suspend deliveries.

Delivering food during an afternoon thunderstorm on September 3; check the radar echoes and drop-off locations 5 minutes before accepting an order Read Post »

On September 2, the first week of school, delivery drivers will check that their insulated bags are clean, that hot and cold items are separated, that beverages are secured, and that deliveries are made even in the rain.

With the start of the school year on September 2, the selection of beverages for school lunches has expanded—how should delivery drivers handle the cleaning and handover of insulated bags?

In 2026, there was an increase in lunchbox, beverage, and group-order food delivery requests during the first week of school. Based on data from the Food and Drug Administration and food delivery platforms, this article provides guidance on cleaning insulated bags, separating hot and cold items, securing beverages, ensuring waterproofing on rainy days, and conducting delivery inspections to help delivery riders reduce the risk of contamination and spills.

With the start of the school year on September 2, the selection of beverages for school lunches has expanded—how should delivery drivers handle the cleaning and handover of insulated bags? Read Post »

During the first week of school starting on September 1, delivery drivers will be assigned routes around schools, during the dinner rush, and on rainy days.

Delivering food during the first week of school on September 1: How to plan routes around campus and during the dinner rush

During the first week of the school year in September 2026, food delivery riders will need to reassess the traffic flow around schools during pick-up and drop-off times, the dinner rush, afternoon rain, and fuel costs. This article outlines optimal times for accepting orders, pickup locations, safety rules, and bookkeeping checks; however, it does not guarantee earnings on any specific route.

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Traffic Safety Month Kicks Off in September; Food Delivery Riders Entering the “Zero Violations” Motorcycle Raffle Should Review Yielding Rules, Motorcycle Safety, and Platform Guidelines Before Registering

Traffic Safety Month Kicks Off in September—Delivery Riders, Check These Key Points Before Entering the "Zero Violations" Raffle

A "Zero Violations" motorcycle raffle will be launched during Traffic Safety Month in September 2026. This article summarizes the eligibility requirements, the evaluation period, platform safety rules, and important considerations for delivery riders before registering for the event; however, the actual eligibility criteria and verification results are subject to the official announcement by the Bureau of Highway.

Traffic Safety Month Kicks Off in September—Delivery Riders, Check These Key Points Before Entering the "Zero Violations" Raffle Read Post »

Gas Prices to Remain Unchanged on August 31; Delivery Drivers Check Fuel Costs, Insurance, and Rainy-Day Expenses Before Taking Orders for the Back-to-School Season

Gas Prices Unchanged on August 31; Delivery Drivers Should Calculate These Four Costs Before Taking Orders for the Back-to-School Season

CPC Corporation, Taiwan announced that gasoline and diesel prices will remain unchanged from August 31 to September 6. This article uses the latest fuel prices, the Delivery Rider Special Act, and mandatory insurance data to break down delivery riders’ fuel costs, insurance expenses, rainy-day allowances, and actual hourly wages this week—helping you calculate your costs clearly before taking on orders during back-to-school season.

Gas Prices Unchanged on August 31; Delivery Drivers Should Calculate These Four Costs Before Taking Orders for the Back-to-School Season Read Post »

Taiwan Food Delivery Platforms Get a Makeover: A Summary of the Pros and Cons of Reduced Delivery Bonuses on Uber Eats and Pandora

Base Pay and Incentives Following the Enactment of the Food Delivery Service Act: How to Interpret the Adjustments by Uber Eats and foodpanda

Following the implementation of the dedicated food delivery law, the base pay per order and additional incentives should be considered separately. This article reviews official data from the Ministry of Labor, Uber Eats, and foodpanda to summarize the rules regarding overlapping orders, the 45-yuan guarantee, and adjustments to compensation.

Base Pay and Incentives Following the Enactment of the Food Delivery Service Act: How to Interpret the Adjustments by Uber Eats and foodpanda Read Post »

Pre-Delivery Checklist for the Weekend of August 29: Reminders About Rain, High Temperatures, Gas Prices, and Vehicle Condition

How to Plan Your Food Delivery Shifts for the Weekend of August 29: First, Consider the Rain, High Temperatures, and Gas Costs

Before heading out for a delivery run this weekend on August 29, 2026, take a moment to check the forecast for rain brought by a low-pressure system, high temperatures in the north, and the fact that gas prices will remain unchanged this week. This article summarizes the best times to accept orders, rain gear, gas costs, and vehicle inspections to help delivery riders plan their routes conservatively.

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A food delivery driver recalculates the fuel cost per kilometer using his cell phone and a notebook next to a gas station in Taiwan.

Gas prices remained unchanged on August 24, so delivery drivers will have to recalculate their fuel costs for this week.

Gasoline and diesel prices will remain unchanged from August 24 to August 30, 2026. While delivery drivers’ fuel costs appear unchanged this week, their actual earnings must be assessed by considering the cost per kilometer, idle time while waiting for orders, detours due to rain, and maintenance and consumables.

Gas prices remained unchanged on August 24, so delivery drivers will have to recalculate their fuel costs for this week. Read Post »

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