GrabBike gets suspended In a move that should surprise no one, the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has called on GrabCar Philippines operator MyTaxiPH to immediately cease operations of their GrabBike service. In a letter addressed to GrabCar Phil’s operations head Gines Barot, LTFRB regional director and officer-in-charge Glenn Zaragoza says that they are […]
GrabCar drivers are starting to choose passengers GrabCar is one of those apps that are a godsend for people who don’t like being rejected by choosy cab drivers, but lately it seems that GrabCar drivers are starting to select their passengers depending on their final destination. According to a report by ABS-CBN, GrabCar drivers did […]
Chalk up another win for innovative companies! After being nabbed by the Land Transportation and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) in a sting operation, Uber is now finally in the clear as far as its operations in the PH goes.The LTFRB sat down with Uber, along with the Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) after the negative […]
Sen. Bam Aquino weighs in on the Uber issue Sen. Bam Aquino is wholeheartedly for innovative transport apps like Uber, Tripid, GrabTaxi and EasyTaxi, which provide commuters with a safer and affordable means of getting around Manila. He also said that the government should give these new transport start ups some leeway as the government […]
This Means War News just broke out that the LTFRB is going to fine Uber vehicles Php200,000 and they will impound the vehicles for 3 months at the LTO. This just smacks of hardcore lobbying by the affected taxi groups and reflects how shortsighted and backward thinking the officials are at the LTFRB. Robbed Twice […]
“We will contact them to stop them and they will be called to a public hearing and be issued a show-cause order.” -LTFRB Winston Ginez As a technology and gadget enthusiast I’m all for innovative start ups trying to find solutions for everyday problems of the everyday Filipino. That’s why I’m absolutely perplexed and frustrated […]
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 […]
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 […]
One of the struggles of commuters this Christmas season is the abundance of choosy drivers who either refuse to give them a ride or demand enormous amount of money just to make the trip possible. The LTO does not want any commuters to go through the hassle, which is why they are on the hunt […]
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 […]
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 […]