If your Uber seems to take longer to arrive these days, your rider rating could be part of the reason. Rideshare drivers admit they often think twice before accepting passengers with lower ratings. According to Travel + Leisure, drivers report that a rating around 4.5 can raise immediate concerns, especially during late-night pickups. As drivers can see a passenger's rating on the request screen before accepting, maintaining good etiquette is crucial. According to drivers, two key habits quickly tank your score: making a driver feel unsafe or uncomfortable and keeping them waiting. One driver told Travel + Leisure that if a passenger makes them feel uncomfortable or fails to show up within the five-minute pickup window, they rate the rider three stars or lower. On rideshare platforms, giving a passenger a low rating prevents the app from pairing the driver with that rider again in the future. Clear communication can also make a big difference to your rating. Drivers emphasize that the best passengers are those who are ready at the pickup spot on time or message ahead if they are running late.