How often have we spotted near empty cars on jam-packed roads? With the economy going global, more and more Indians have gone on to purchase cars with the result that it has only increased our pollution levels. Delhi recently was slated among the top 10 polluted cities in the world, prompting a huge outcry and bringing into force new rules like the even-odd rule.
Since our public transport systems are also not very reliable, cab services have taken advantage of this and have come up with carpooling services. Want to avail the services, here’s all you need to know about them.
BlaBlaCar
The name is attractive, and the service lives by its name! Operating in more than 20 countries, BlaBlaCar aims at creating a people-powered carpooling network, benefitting both the car owner and co-travelers. Never travel alone again! Rides are offered both locally and for intercity. Download the app for easy use.
Why choose BlaBlaCar
- Operating now in all top cities in India, you can trust BlaBlaCar because they validate and authenticate all passengers offering a ride.
- The price cap is fixed with the help of BlaBlaCar management and helps to offset the costs and the driver doesn’t get any profits
- Choose your travelling companions and travel with the car owner of your choice. The company makes sure to fix the number of seats for a comfortable ride.
Price
It ranges depending on the car maintenance services and the destination, fuel costs etc. Very reasonable for e.g. a ride from Bangalore to Hyderabad on a Honda City might just cost you around INR. 1000.
Meru Cabs
Meru cabs are a reliable cab service we have chosen to use over the years. It’s one of the most trusted cab services especially by women for their highly safe rides. Do you know that with Meru, carpooling is a cakewalk? You can find a ride, offer a ride to other passengers and pay easily through the built-in wallet. You can download the Carpool app for Android.
Why choose Meru – CarPool
- Driver can offer rides only by connecting through Facebook and there is stringent verification making it safe.
- Payments are easy through e-wallets
- No mobile number are shared, calling is through app
Price
Charges are determined by the car owner to offset costs.
Ola Cabs
Taking advantage of the odd-even car rule in Delhi, Ola has launched its new feature ‘CarPool’ at the start of the new year in the Delhi-NCR area. Passengers can choose identified and safe drivers and travel at their convenience. Dowload the Ola App and select Carpool, its so simple! Need amazing offers each time you use Ola? You can use some of their latest discount coupons here for a fuss-free ride
Why choose Ola
- It helps you select rides from your list of friends so its very safe.
- For your safety, once you board the car, the track ride screen also shows an SOS button, which can be used for safety purpose.
Price
- Absolutely free(If you choose, gift a lunch, drink or coffee to the car owner 🙂 )
Tripda
Tripda is a reliable Community with the objective of offering a sustainable transportation alternative, accessible to all passengers throughout the world.
Why choose Tripda
- It’s cheap with low rates
- Tripda is absolutely free and demands no payment from you.
- Ladies can create and share separate trips exclusively for ladies.
Price
Pay a fraction of the cost to the car owner through cash directly
UberPool
One of the leading player in the business, Uber has launched its carpooling service in Bangalore a few months back called Uberpool. Right now it operates in very few cities like Bengaluru and Delhi with plans to expand to other cities soon. Selecting the carpool option in the app connects you real-time with 1-2 passengers heading in the same direction, adds only a few minutes to your trip, and you both save big.
Why choose Uberpool
- Safety is high with GPS tracking and emergency HELP button.
- Only 2 riders allowed per pick up so its safe and not too crowded.
Price
Shared rides are up to 30% cheaper than traveling solo on uberGO and no matter where you’re headed – it will get you there for way, way less!
So go all out folks, and enjoy your rides at reduced costs.