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.
Ride Share
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!