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Across the nation, rideshare driving is a popular method for people to bring in extra income. Working through apps like Lyft and Uber allows folks to set their own schedules, determine which places they're comfortable driving, and then cash out each week.

The rideshare market is expanding around the world. Earlier this month, Americans learned that Uber is teaming up with Cruise to eventually make self-driving cars widely available to riders who need transportation.

However, despite the popularity of rideshare and its considerable growth potential, not everyone is happy. Some people are raising questions about the treatment of drivers, especially concerning their pay.

Uber and Lyft, for what it's worth, have drawn attention to various bonuses and other initiatives they say are designed to put more money in drivers' pockets. Now, rideshare workers in Nashville, Tennessee are striking in the hopes of seeing higher earnings moving forward.

Here's why the Nashville rideshare strike is happening

Amid Labor Day weekend, many drivers who would ordinarily pick up people at the Nashville International Airport are now declining to do so. Why? Well, it boils down to allegations of Uber and Lyft pocketing about 60% to 80% of drivers' earnings.

According to the Tennessee Drivers Union, workers want to see some real changes before turning on their apps again. Significant pay bumps are at the top of the list, followed by a higher quality of working conditions, and support from both the local government and Nashville airport.

This would look like adding bathrooms to the airport's rideshare lot and prohibiting scooter use after 9:00 PM. Folks working with Lyft and Uber likewise want Nashville's local government to crack down against drivers from outside of Tennessee, illegal taxis, and the totality of rideshare users in the vicinity.

One driver told the media they feel Uber and Lyft, in taking such a high percentage of earnings, are counting on riders to tip through the apps. Suffice it to say, not everyone who hails a Lyft or Uber tips once the ride is over.

Drivers ultimately hope that striking on Labor Day weekend will increase the overall impact of their demands and engender their preferred changes.