While we all know AirAsia as a low-cost, budget airline, it has since evolved into an all-in-one platform that will let you book hotels, plan tours, and even book ride and delivery services. The latter, which is supposed to be known as AirAsia Ride, has been in the works since last year, and CEO Tony […]
The airasia Super App will soon be more than just an airline application as it will offer ride-hailing and delivery services in the future. The app executives just met with the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) Chairman Atty. Cheloy Velicaria-Garafil and LTFRB Executive Director Atty. Robert Peig to discuss the future upgrades in […]
Another step towards cashless payments PayMaya gains a new partner with ride-hailing app hirna, adding more avenues for its convenient cashless payment service. With the partnership, hirna users Davao, Iloilo, Butuan, and Bacolod can book rides and pay using PayMaya QR, doing away with physical cash and lessening the possible spread of COVID-19. hirna is […]
Angkas has ambitious plans for 2024. Aside from being viral for its witty and timely social media posts, the home-grown motorcycle taxi app is looking to expand its services–and Angkas is thinking that Angcars might be a good alternative to other 4-wheel ride-hailing services like Grab and JoyRide SuperTaxi. READ MORE: JoyRide Challenges Grab with […]
inDrive was supposed to be a new player that will rival Grab in the ride hailing industry. However, it faced issues early this year as a lawyer questioned the haggling system of inDrive. Despite getting their approval from the LTFRB last December, the agency has suspended inDrive’s operations. READ MORE: –Is inDrive’s Business Model Unfair? […]
With areas like Commonwealth experiencing heavy traffic these days, and jeepney operators worried about losing their franchises because of the ongoing franchise consolidation process, the Philippines needs good transport solutions. Grab may be the dominant player, but alternative options like inDrive and JoyRide SuperTaxi aim to give competition to the transport-hailing market. InDrive has just […]
While the peak season for ride-hailing services is over, Grab wants its users to get better value for money with GrabCar Saver. The new service aims to let you save as much as 15% compared to regular–as long as your willing to wait a little longer. READ MORE: -Here’s How Grab is Addressing the Anticipated […]
Grab will have healthier competition in the Philippines, as inDrive confirmed they received their LTFRB accreditation months after they announced their official arrival in the country. The California-based mobility service is unique for its haggling system, where both the driver and passenger have the freedom to negotiate fares. This works once the passenger pins their […]
JoyRide expands its services in the Philippines with SuperTaxi. Taking inspiration from, Japanese taxis, SuperTaxi marks JoyRide’s official entry into the taxi market and also a potential Grab competitor. JoyRide mainly focused on its motorcycle taxi business but has expanded with 4-wheel options like JoyRide Car. For its initial rollout, SuperTaxi will have 25 units that […]
After hundreds of Grab delivery riders held a protest along Tomas Morato, Quezon City last October 19, there are reports that a nationwide protest might happen on October 25. Searching “Grab Tigil Pasada” on Facebook reveals that several Grab riders are pushing for a Nationwide Protest on October 25 of the ride-hailing company’s alleged unfair […]
In an industry where Grab is the most dominant player, upcoming ride-hailing app Tara aims to break the status quo and be a “cost-effective alternative to Grab.” Founder Erwin Dee, who designed the project by himself, aims to make the Tara App redefine how to “commute affordably, safely, and efficiently in Metro Manila.” In his […]
Confirming previous reports we have obtained, inDrive said that it will be bringing its unique ride-sharing service to the Philippines as it aims to help in solving the country’s mobility challenges. inDrive wants to change the local ride-hailing market with its peer-to-peer model that offers better transparency when it comes to fare prices. “We are […]