Ride-hailing apps

Energy crunch fuels car pool growth

The world’s largest carpooling platform BlaBlaCar said soaring energy costs have pushed 600,000 additional drivers onto the app in 2026 – 20 per cent more than initially projected.

14 drivers caught providing illegal cross-border ride-hailing services in joint LTA-ICA operation

The drivers were discovered during a joint enforcement operation by the LTA and ICA at Singapore’s land checkpoints on May 25.

Grab extends 90-cent fuel surcharge, higher GrabCab metered fares till July 31

Grab said it is extending its temporary fare changes to provide “continued relief” for its drivers who are dealing with higher fuel prices.

Grab to launch new bonus scheme after stopping previous plan due to drivers’ concerns

The new “streaks” cashback scheme will replace the existing special trip bonus scheme, which awards drivers daily bonuses when they complete a certain number of automatically assigned trips.

News analysis

From rides to routines: How Grab is shaping daily habits to keep users hooked

The number of people using the Grab app monthly climbed to 52 million in the first quarter - a 24 per cent year-on-year growth.

Grab earnings top forecasts on resilient ride, delivery demand

Grab has rolled out promotional offers and bundled features to attract customers grappling with higher costs.

Ride-hailing drivers cheer Prabowo’s May Day cap on commission cut; will they end up worse off?

wypopulist - After delivering his speech, President Prabowo Subianto took off his brown, long-sleeved tactical shirt, revealing a black undershirt. He then stepped off the stage, immersing himself in a crowd of thousands to shake hands with the people.

Photo credit: Indonesia Presidential Palace

Gojek parent GoTo posts first-ever net profit as cost cuts pay off

Seeking relief from the intense competition, GoTo has been in yearslong talks about a takeover by Singapore-based Grab.

Uber faces second driver sexual assault trial following $10 million verdict

Uber has argued that it's a software company and not legally bound to protect passengers under the law.

Grab driver suspended over sign requiring Chinese passengers to ‘speak Mandarin’

Grab has since suspended the driver for a sign that refuses to speak English to Chinese people.

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