Moving Forward: Ride-Hailing Innovations and Partnerships - Issue 26

Discover the latest in ride-hailing: electric taxis, autonomous tech, new market players, and key partnerships driving urban mobility forward. Read more in Issue 26!

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Moving Forward: Ride-Hailing Innovations and Partnerships - Issue 26

The ride-hailing industry is rapidly evolving with new technologies, market entrants, and partnerships reshaping urban mobility. Here are the latest updates transforming the sector.

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Ride-Hailing Fees in Singapore

Ride-hailing platforms like Grab, Gojek, Comfort, and TADA are increasing platform fees, citing rising operating costs. The new fees will impact drivers and consumers. Read more

Electric Taxis in Vietnam

Xanh SM is revolutionizing Vietnam's ride-hailing market by introducing electric taxis. Their upcoming VF3 model promises affordable, eco-friendly options for urban commuters. Read more

Blacklane Expands in Riyadh

Blacklane launches premium chauffeur services in Riyadh, offering a luxurious travel experience for professionals and tourists. Read more

Bolt Enters Vietnam

Bolt, an Uber rival, is expanding into Vietnam, targeting the booming ride-hailing market with competitive rates and services. Read more

Remote Driver Ride-Hailing in Las Vegas

Vay introduces a remote-driver car-sharing service in Las Vegas, bridging the gap between traditional ride-hailing and car rentals. Read more

Autonomous Vehicles

Zoox Robotaxi at CES 2025

Zoox demonstrates its autonomous robotaxi at CES 2025, highlighting both the challenges and successes of this cutting-edge technology. Read more

GM Exits Robotaxi Business

GM plans to cease funding its Cruise autonomous vehicle unit, signaling a retreat from its robotaxi aspirations. Read more

Remote-Controlled Driverless Cars

Remote-controlled driverless cars are emerging as a novel solution for urban transport, offering a mix of human and automated driving experiences. Read more

Partnerships and Funding

Uber Collaborates with TAC

Uber partners with Travel and Aviation Connections (TAC) to enhance its business travel services.Read more

Delta and Uber Partnership

Delta Air Lines partners with Uber, enabling SkyMiles members to earn miles on Uber rides and Uber Eats orders. Read more

New Ride-Hailing Operators in Singapore

Singapore grants licenses to two new ride-hailing operators, expanding consumer choices in 2025. Read more

Blacklane Secures Major Funding

Blacklane secures its largest financing round to expand its luxury chauffeur services globally. Read more

Spare Raises $42M for Demand-Response Transit

Spare secures $42M in Series B funding to accelerate growth in demand-response transit solutions.Read more

ComfortDelGro Acquires Addison Lee

ComfortDelGro acquires UK-based private hire and taxi provider Addison Lee for £269.1 million. Read more

Economic Zone Impact

Johor-Singapore Economic Zone

Plans for a Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone aim to boost job creation and cross-border economic collaboration. Read more

The ride-hailing industry is transforming through innovation, partnerships, and new market entrants. These changes promise more options, better services, and smarter solutions for urban mobility. Stay tuned for more updates as this dynamic sector evolves!