I recognize generational differences in cash as well as international differences in tipping culture (and I’d love to get closer to the European model), but as it stands now $1 per van ride. It won’t break the bank and it’s at the very least a nice gesture towards one’s fellow man.

There are exceptions - a rude van driver who leaves you waiting half an hour and doesn’t load your bag, as well as the single parent working this as a side job when they’re not firefighting.