Grab adds more driver-partners

Starting this month, GrabCar passengers can anticipate a noticeable improvement in booking reliability, with ride confirmations happening twice as quickly compared to the last quarter of 2022.

The gradual and continued improvement in GrabCar’s booking reliability is attributed to the growing fleet of driver-partners on the Grab platform as more TNVS drivers secure slots.

Since early year, the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has been incrementally releasing additional TNVS slots, commencing with 4,000 slots last January. The successful fulfillment of this initial batch in April prompted the opening of 10,300 more slots, with Grab driver-partners and other TNC players already filling half of them 

“We commend the LTFRB for their unwavering support of the TNVS industry. At Grab, we consistently advocate for a steady increase in TNVS slots to address the demand-supply gap that arose  during the pandemic. With the opening up of more TNVS franchise slots, Grab and other players can better meet the mobility demand of the commuting public,” Grab Philippines senior director for operations Ronald Roda said.

Roda also acknowledged the LTFRB’s efforts to foster a supportive environment for the TNVS industry, evident through the increasing number of slots and easing of requirements for aspiring TNVS drivers. “More slots mean more livelihood opportunities for Filipino driver-partners, and reduced waiting time for passengers. As we enter a high-volume holiday season, we hope for a substantial growth in franchise slots in the second half of the year. This progress will empower us to deliver unparalleled reliability and cater to the fast-rising demand for seamless ride-hailing services.”