Grab PH rolls out plan to protect driver-, rider-partners vs. price hikes

MANILA: Following the string of price hikes in the country, Grab Philippines is rolling out a nationwide multi-pronged strategy aimed at supporting its driver- and rider-partners.

With this, the company launched a “Fuel Resilience Package” for its most active driver and rider partners. The said initiative includes exclusive fuel discounts through partner stations. This complements current features such as:

• Optimized trip-matching powered by GrabMaps
• In-app tools that support more fuel-efficient driving

“We recognize the growing pressure on our partners due to rising fuel costs,” Grab Philippines Managing Director Ronald Roda said.

“Our priority is to provide immediate, targeted support, while also contributing to long-term efforts to make Philippine transport more resilient, stable, and less vulnerable to external volatility,” he added.

Aside from that Grab is also in talks with the Department of Transportation (DOTr) for the targeted fuel subsidies that will be given to transport network vehicle service and motorcycle taxi drivers — including the use of GrabPay.

The string of initiatives that are intended to manage the cost of driver-partner also helps them provide affordable options across the platform that include:

• GrabCar Saver: affordable ride-hailing feature
• GrabUnlimited: subscription program that let customers unlock ride and delivery savings

“Affordability remains a core principle for us,” Roda added. “By supporting our partners through the rising cost of fuel, we’re also protecting our passengers – ensuring that the cost of transport remains accessible, especially for everyday Filipinos.”

Further, Grab noted that it is also meeting with electric vehicle manufacturers and government stakeholders to fast-track its electric mobility roadmap across its ride-hailing services.

Recently, the company launched its GrabTaxi Electric fleet in Metro Manila — with plans to scale nationwide. These are aimed to work hand in hand with the services of traditional fuel and energy partners.

“This is about future-proofing Philippine mobility,” Roda noted. “We’ve long relied on our fuel and energy partners to keep the country moving. As global conditions grow more complex, we also see the value in broadening our approach – combining traditional and alternative solutions to provide drivers and commuters with greater long-term stability.”

“We may not control the price of oil, but we can shape how we respond – as a platform, an industry, and a nation,” said Roda. “At Grab, our role is to protect livelihoods now, while helping build a stronger, more stable, transport future for Filipinos.”

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