Indian cab aggregator Ola goes International, announces entry into Australia to take on rival Uber
7 years, 2 months ago

Indian cab aggregator Ola goes International, announces entry into Australia to take on rival Uber

India TV News  

Indian online cab aggregator Ola on Tuesday announced its entry into the international market, starting with Australia, to take on its American rival Uber. "We have begun recruiting private hire vehicles and drivers in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth from Tuesday, with rides expected to begin in the coming weeks," a company spokesperson told IANS. The company sees "immense" potential in Australia for ride-sharing, which combines technology and innovation, the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer Bhavish Aggarwal said in a statement here. "We aim to create a high quality and affordable travel experience for citizens and contributing to a healthy mobility ecosystem in Australia," Aggarwal asserted.

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Why auto-taxi drivers are furious with Uber and Ola but not Rapido
7 months, 1 week ago

Why auto-taxi drivers are furious with Uber and Ola but not Rapido

India Today  

If you’re living in Delhi or the NCR and struggling to book an Ola or Uber today, you’re not alone. Kishan Verma, president of the Delhi Auto Taxi Transport Congress Union, says the protest is driven by high commissions and allegations of unethical activities by private Ola and Uber bike taxi drivers, including involvement in alcohol, drug, and smuggling trades. …

Ola Cabs CEO Hemant Bakshi steps down; company to reduce workforce by 10 per cent
11 months ago

Ola Cabs CEO Hemant Bakshi steps down; company to reduce workforce by 10 per cent

India TV News  

Ola Cabs- a Ride-hailing platform is said to have gone through a rough time as Hemant Bakshi, the CEO resigned from his position. The source further says that the cab service-providing company is also expected to go for a team restructuring process which will impact at least 10 per cent of its workforce. It was back in January, that the …

Ola launches ride hailing services at Ayodhya airport
11 months, 1 week ago

Ola launches ride hailing services at Ayodhya airport

India TV News  

Ola is a ride-hailing company that has made history by initiating cab operations at the Maharishi Valmiki International Airport in Ayodhya. This strategic move makes Ola to be the first cab service to come to Ayodhya Airport, and it’s a commitment towards expanding its services to emerging cultural and tourist destinations across India. He further expressed confidence that Ola's presence …

Ola’s India refocus makes sense
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Ola’s India refocus makes sense

Live Mint  

Ride-hailing major Ola Cabs is set to withdraw from its three overseas markets of the UK, Australia and New Zealand by month end. As reported, the company has started sending users notifications on the service’s impending closure, with its Australian operations set to cease from 12 April. In Delhi and Bengaluru, Ola faces stiff upper-end rivalry from BluSmart’s electric fleet, …

Indian ride-hailing giant Ola to pull out of UK, Australia
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Indian ride-hailing giant Ola to pull out of UK, Australia

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Indian ride-hailing company Ola has suspended its overseas operations, including in the UK, …

Ola, Uber start subscription based plans for auto drivers: What changes for you? Will rides be cheaper?
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Ola, Uber start subscription based plans for auto drivers: What changes for you? Will rides be cheaper?

Hindustan Times  

Ride-hailing platforms Ola and Uber are offering subscription based plans for auto-rickshaw drivers on their platforms, This will replace charging a booking fee or commission on every transaction. Ola has rolled out the model in Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad while Uber launched the same in six cities starting with Chennai, Kochi and Visakhapatnam, Economic Times reported citing people in …

Brushing aside opposition, Ola brings back bike taxi service in Bengaluru, ride S1 model
1 year, 6 months ago

Brushing aside opposition, Ola brings back bike taxi service in Bengaluru, ride S1 model

The Hindu  

Mobile app-driven ride-hailing company Ola reintroduced its bike taxi service in Bengaluru on September 16. The tussle between auto drivers and bike taxi riders, which has been going on for some time now, reached its peak during the protest as the former allegedly thrashed many bike taxi riders in Bengaluru on September 11 where various private transport associations held protests. …

Ola goes all electric, restarts bike taxi services with S1 scooters in Bengaluru
1 year, 6 months ago

Ola goes all electric, restarts bike taxi services with S1 scooters in Bengaluru

Hindustan Times  

Cab aggregator firm Ola cabs has announced their operations of electric bike taxis in Bengaluru, starting from Saturday. Ola has earlier operated bike taxis in Bengaluru, but this is the first time for the Indian cab aggregator to operate electric bike taxis. Ola’s S1 electric scooters will be on the road as bike taxis in Karnataka’s capital. Ola goes all …

Boycott Ola and Uber services, Guwahati drivers association says
2 years, 1 month ago

Boycott Ola and Uber services, Guwahati drivers association says

Live Mint  

Online cab aggregators Ola and Uber will reportedly discontine their services in the city of Guwahati from February 1. According to a report by The Meghalayan, All Assam Cab Mazdoor Sangha has called out a boycott for the ride-hailing services in protest against the alleged harassment of cab drivers by the cab aggregators. This is not reasonable,” All Assam Cab …

Cab shortage in Bengaluru? Why you are seeing fewer Ola, Ubers on the road
2 years, 10 months ago

Cab shortage in Bengaluru? Why you are seeing fewer Ola, Ubers on the road

Hindustan Times  

As more and more people shift to working from office, demand for the two biggest ride-hailing apps in Bengaluru, Ola and Uber, is growing everyday. India's biggest ride hailing apps Uber and Ola are facing a serious shortage in cabs that are now hitting its users too. Tanveer Pasha, the president of Ola and Uber drivers’ association in Bengaluru, told …

COVID-19 Lockdown: Ola, Uber Resume Cab Services In Over 160 Indian Cities
4 years, 10 months ago

COVID-19 Lockdown: Ola, Uber Resume Cab Services In Over 160 Indian Cities

ABP News  

New Delhi: Ride hailing service Ola on Monday said it has resumed normal ride operations in more than 160 cities with enhanced safety protocols applicable with every trip as per the state governments guidelines. The company said that driver-partners operating three and four-wheelers on the platform will be available to serve mobility needs on Ola app, with highest levels of …

Uber launches UberMedic in India for healthcare workers
4 years, 11 months ago

Uber launches UberMedic in India for healthcare workers

India Today  

Ride-hailing giant Uber has launched a special service exclusively for the healthcare workers in India called the UberMedic. Uber has also partnered with some hospitals for the UberMedic services and they are likely to provide personal protective equipment to drivers, which would comprise of hand sanitizers, safety gloves, face masks, and disinfectant sprays. Keeping the safety of drivers in mind, …

Ola aims to double scale of business in Australia, New Zealand by 2021
5 years, 3 months ago

Ola aims to double scale of business in Australia, New Zealand by 2021

India TV News  

Ride-hailing firm Ola on Friday said it aims to double the scale of business in Australia and New Zealand by 2021. Ola said it is "set to launch in 11 new locations each in Australia and New Zealand, taking its total presence across 33 cities in the region". "We have seen a phenomenal response to our services across Australia and …

How Ola bike is gaining rider confidence in small towns
5 years, 4 months ago

How Ola bike is gaining rider confidence in small towns

Business Standard  

Ride-hailing major Ola, which is one of the earliest players to launch bike taxi service, is seeing huge demand in smaller cities and towns across several states. Ola Bike is quietly tapping India’s hinterland where users see bike taxis as the most convenient and cheapest mode of commute in the absence of proper taxi service. Arun Srinivas, chief sales and …

Ola rolls out self-drive cab services in Bengaluru. Know fare, safety features
5 years, 5 months ago

Ola rolls out self-drive cab services in Bengaluru. Know fare, safety features

India TV News  

In a good news for those who do not own a car in Bengaluru, ride-hailing major Ola on Thursday launched its self-drive cab rental service "Ola Drive". A new option of Ola Drive will be seen on the Ola app and the service is being rolled out for users in Bengaluru through pick-up stations located across different residential and commercial …

Ola Bike service is now available in 150 cities
5 years, 6 months ago

Ola Bike service is now available in 150 cities

Live Mint  

Planning to grow its presence three times in the next 12 months, ride hailing giant Ola has expanded its Ola Bike service to 150 cities across India. Claiming that Ola Bike is now India's largest micro-mobility serice, Ola said it hosts the largest network of bike partners in India and has enabled livelihoods for about 3 lakh micro-entrepreneurs over the …

Ola expands Australia cab business by launching in Sunshine Coast
5 years, 7 months ago

Ola expands Australia cab business by launching in Sunshine Coast

Live Mint  

Bengaluru: App-based cab aggregator Ola, on Friday announced further expansion in its Australia operations by launching its services in Queensland’s Sunshine Coast district. Ola said in a statement that based on requests from drivers and customers, Sunshine Coast was chosen due to the bustling tourism industry. After seeing a large number of requests to introduce our services in other parts …

Ola to launch cab service in London, gets license from city transport body
5 years, 8 months ago

Ola to launch cab service in London, gets license from city transport body

India Today  

Ola has been granted a private hire vehicle operator license by Transport for London. Not only has Ola been steadily expanding its presence across the UK, but it is also the only platform in the country to offer both private hire vehicles and black cabs. The grant of license will allow Ola to introduce its services in London, which has …

Ola is taking on Uber in its biggest market outside the Americas
5 years, 8 months ago

Ola is taking on Uber in its biggest market outside the Americas

CNN  

London CNN Business — Indian ride-sharing service Ola is preparing to go up against Uber in one of the company’s most lucrative markets: London. London is one of five global cities that account for nearly a quarter of Uber bookings, along with Los Angeles, New York City, San Francisco and São Paulo. While its fares will be comparable to Uber’s …

Tackled Uber’s entry with guerrilla-like plan: Ola
5 years, 9 months ago

Tackled Uber’s entry with guerrilla-like plan: Ola

Live Mint  

India's biggest ride-hailing firm Ola countered American giant Uber's "carpet bombing" entry into the country with guerrilla warfare by going into nooks and corners to gain a significant market share, its founder and CEO Bhavish Aggarwal said. Speaking at the IIT Bay Area Alumni meet in California, a transcript of which was made available by the company, Aggarwal said Uber …

Ola and Uber could be asked to go electric by 2026, reveals leaked govt. documents
5 years, 9 months ago

Ola and Uber could be asked to go electric by 2026, reveals leaked govt. documents

Firstpost  

Uber, Ola would need to start converting their fleet by next year to achieve 2.5% electrification by 2021. India plans to order taxi aggregators like Uber and Ola to convert 40 percent of their fleet of cars to electric by April 2026, according to a source and records of government meetings to discuss new rules for clean mobility. Uber and …

Ola plans to take on Uber in London
5 years, 11 months ago

Ola plans to take on Uber in London

Live Mint  

London: Ola, Uber Technologies Inc.’s biggest rival in India, said it will take on the ride-hailing giant in London before the end of the year after launching in five smaller U.K. cities. The Bangalore-based startup commenced operations in Liverpool last month, having established its first European business in Cardiff in August and later added Bath, Bristol and Exeter. Managing Director …

Ola, Uber Not Fixing Prices In Violation Of Competition Act : Competition Commission [Read Order]
6 years, 4 months ago

Ola, Uber Not Fixing Prices In Violation Of Competition Act : Competition Commission [Read Order]

Live Law  

The Competition Commission of India has held that cab aggregators Ola and Uber are not indulging in price fixing in contravention of the Competition Act.On November 6, the CCI dismissed a complaint filed by Samir Agrawal, a legal practitioner, alleging that the the algorithmic pricing adopted by the aggregators takes away the liberty of individual drivers to compete with each …

Ola in talks with Naspers for fresh funding; cab-hailing major may see its valuation go up to $7-8 billion
6 years, 6 months ago

Ola in talks with Naspers for fresh funding; cab-hailing major may see its valuation go up to $7-8 billion

Firstpost  

Ola is also in talks with Singapore’s Temasek Holdings Pvt. Ltd and two other funds to raise $1 billion capital ANI Technologies, which runs cab-hailing major Ola, is reportedly in talks with South Africa-based internet and media group Naspers to get fresh capital, a media report said. Ola is also in talks with Singapore’s Temasek Holdings Pvt Ltd and two …

Ola raises $50 million from Sailing Capital and China-Eurasian Economic Cooperation Fund; plans to enter New Zealand
6 years, 6 months ago

Ola raises $50 million from Sailing Capital and China-Eurasian Economic Cooperation Fund; plans to enter New Zealand

Firstpost  

Sailing and CEECF will together hold more than one per cent stake in Ola New Delhi: Ola has raised $50 million from Hong Kong-based Sailing Capital and the China-Eurasian Economic Cooperation Fund, as the SoftBank-backed cab-hailing major bolsters its war chest for its battle against Uber in markets like India, the UK and others. Sailing and CEECF will together hold …

Ola appoints Ben Legg as managing director of UK operations; to launch its services in South Wales in coming weeks
6 years, 7 months ago

Ola appoints Ben Legg as managing director of UK operations; to launch its services in South Wales in coming weeks

Firstpost  

The UK is the second international market after Australia for the Bengaluru-based Ola. New Delhi: Cab hailing company Ola on Monday said it has appointed Ben Legg as managing director of its UK operations. Legg will lead and develop the senior leadership team, drive strategy and operations and establish a UK nationwide presence by the end of 2018, Ola said …

Ola gears up for Europe debut; likely to start operations in UK from next month
6 years, 7 months ago

Ola gears up for Europe debut; likely to start operations in UK from next month

India TV News  

After making its presence felt in the international market with a drive into Australia, earlier this year, Indian ride-hailing major Ola on Tuesday revealed its plans to enter the European market by starting operations in Britain within the next month. Ola said it has obtained licences to operate in South Wales and Greater Manchester, and will launch operations in South …

After Australia, Ola planning to enter European market by end of this year
6 years, 7 months ago

After Australia, Ola planning to enter European market by end of this year

Firstpost  

The company said it plans to expand the UK operations nationwide by the end of this year. After foraying into the international market with a drive into Australia earlier this year, Indian ride-hailing major Ola on Tuesday revealed its plans to enter the European market by starting operations in Britain within the next month. Ola said it has obtained licences …

Ride-hailing app Ola ramps up rivalry with Uber as it prepares UK launch
6 years, 7 months ago

Ride-hailing app Ola ramps up rivalry with Uber as it prepares UK launch

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Ride-hailing app Ola has unveiled …

Ola plans to roll out services in Britain this year; Indian ride-hailing firm intensifies rivalry with US peer Uber
6 years, 7 months ago

Ola plans to roll out services in Britain this year; Indian ride-hailing firm intensifies rivalry with US peer Uber

Firstpost  

Ola has obtained licenses to begin operations in South Wales in September, as well as Greater Manchester, and plans to expand nationwide by the end of the year New Delhi: Indian ride-hailing firm Ola said on Tuesday it plans to launch services in Britain this year, months after expanding operations in Australia, intensifying its rivalry with US peer Uber Technologies …

Ola appoints Simon Smith as managing director for Australia operations
6 years, 8 months ago

Ola appoints Simon Smith as managing director for Australia operations

Live Mint  

New Delhi: India’s largest cab-hailing firm Ola has appointed Simon Smith as managing director to strengthen its presence in Australia, the company said in a statement on Wednesday. Smith, who is responsible for building Ola’s leadership team in Australia, was chief executive officer at eBay Australia. It’s rare to find a brand like Ola that has built its success on …

Ola expands further in Australia
6 years, 10 months ago

Ola expands further in Australia

Live Mint  

Bengaluru: Months after its foray into the Australian market, India’s largest cab-hailing firm Ola has expanded further in the country and launched its service in Brisbane, the Gold Coast and Canberra. Ola’s international foray is part of a broader trend that is emerging in India’s booming start-up ecosystem, where a number of Indian ventures backed by deep-pocketed investors are starting …

Uber doubling down on India investments after exiting Southeast Asia
6 years, 11 months ago

Uber doubling down on India investments after exiting Southeast Asia

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Ride-hailing giant Uber Technologies Inc. is “doubling down” on its investments in India, one of its biggest markets, after its recent exit from Southeast Asia, its chief operating officer said on Wednesday. However, the sale in March of Uber’s business in Southeast Asia to Singapore’s Grab Holdings, in exchange for a 27.5% stake, has given Uber more firepower …

Ola expands in Australia, begins service in Sydney
7 years ago

Ola expands in Australia, begins service in Sydney

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Indian cab hailing firm Ola on Monday said it has started operations in Sydney, expanding its services in the Australian market. Uber launched its operations in Australia in 2012 and currently operates in 19 Australian cities including the major cities of Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and Canberra. US-based Uber, which is one of the world’s most valued …

Ola raises $1.1 billion from investors lead by Tencent and SoftBank; seeks to raise another $1 billion
7 years, 5 months ago

Ola raises $1.1 billion from investors lead by Tencent and SoftBank; seeks to raise another $1 billion

Firstpost  

Ride-hailing service Ola will use the funds to increase its numbers of drivers and expand its presence to more cities, it said in a statement on Wednesday. Indian ride-hailing firm Ola has raised $1.1 billion from investors led by China’s Tencent Holdings and Japan’s SoftBank Group and is in advanced talks with other investors for another $1 billion. The funds …

Five airports to allow Ola, Uber bookings at kiosks
7 years, 7 months ago

Five airports to allow Ola, Uber bookings at kiosks

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Airports Authority of India has tied up with cab aggregators Ola and Uber to allow for cab bookings from airport kiosks. “This alliance with Ola and Uber shall also facilitate air passengers to book a cab through the booking kiosks located at the airports itself. “Bringing in leading cab service aggregators like Ola and Uber is a step …

Ola Share registers a growth of 500 percent in a year
7 years, 9 months ago

Ola Share registers a growth of 500 percent in a year

Firstpost  

Delhi-based cab aggregator Ola on Monday announced that its shared mobility offering Ola Share has registered 500 percent growth in the last one year. Delhi-based cab aggregator Ola on Monday announced that its shared mobility offering Ola Share has registered a 500 per percent growth in the last one year. “Ola Share is one of our flagship products and is …

Are Uber and Ola good models for Indian cities?
7 years, 10 months ago

Are Uber and Ola good models for Indian cities?

Hindustan Times  

That’s a tough question to answer because Indian cities were congested even before Uber and Ola launched their services. A recent report by Schaller Consulting suggests that cab aggregation services such as Uber might be responsible for an increase in congestion in New York City although the companies have disputed this. At the heart of the February protest by Ola …

Ola and Uber taxis may go on strike in Mumbai tomorrow
8 years, 1 month ago

Ola and Uber taxis may go on strike in Mumbai tomorrow

Hindustan Times  

Irked by their steadily reducing income, increasing penalties and a cut on incentive policies of app based aggregators such as Ola and Uber, cabbies attached to the companies are planning to launch an agitation this week. A taxi union leader said that a section of over 500 drivers, whose vehicles were attached with Ola and Uber, have come together to …

Ola follows Uber, slashes its 'share' service fare by 45%, expands to 3 new cities
8 years, 6 months ago

Ola follows Uber, slashes its 'share' service fare by 45%, expands to 3 new cities

Firstpost  

The highest reduction has been done in Mumbai and Bengaluru, where the fare has been revised to about Rs 3 per km New Delhi: Taxi aggregator Ola has slashed fares of its ‘Share’ offering by up to 45 percent and expanded this service to three more cities. Ola’s Share service is also available in Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata and Pune …

Uber most popular taxi app in 108 countries; India, China exceptions
8 years, 7 months ago

Uber most popular taxi app in 108 countries; India, China exceptions

Live Mint  

San Francisco/New York: As the battle for the world’s ride-hailing customers heats up, here’s one statistic to consider: Uber is now the most used taxi app in 108 countries. San Francisco-based Uber has a particularly big lead in the US, where the app is installed on 21% of all Android devices, compared with just under 3% for its main domestic …

MP: Ola, Uber get a month to comply with guidelines
8 years, 7 months ago

MP: Ola, Uber get a month to comply with guidelines

Hindustan Times  

Relaxing its ban on Ola and Uber with “immediate effect”, the Madhya Pradesh government gave the two cab companies a breather on Tuesday by serving them a notice to comply with the state transport guidelines in a month’s time. According to transport department sources, the state capital has about 650 Ola taxis and 200 Uber. This system, called ‘peak-time charge’, …

Ola Auto now in 24 cities across India; targets 2 million bookings a day by 2017
8 years, 11 months ago

Ola Auto now in 24 cities across India; targets 2 million bookings a day by 2017

Firstpost  

Ola announced the launch of auto-rickshaws in 12 new cities across India, taking its Auto Rickshaw booking service to a total of 24 cities across the country. Ola has also launched a new billing system that will record the details of the trip including time of booking, distance traveled and fare payable, either in cash or through Ola Money. Ola …

Ola expands auto booking service to 24 cities
8 years, 11 months ago

Ola expands auto booking service to 24 cities

India TV News  

New Delhi: Transportation mobile app Ola today launched autorickshaws in 12 more cities, taking the service to a total of 24 cities across the country. "Ola has over 1,00,000 auto rickshaws registered on its platform across 24 cities and plans to launch in more cities in the coming months," the company said in a statement. The company said its autos …

Who’s lying about market share: Ola or Uber?
9 years ago

Who’s lying about market share: Ola or Uber?

Live Mint  

Bengaluru: Tracking the claims and counter-claims made by cab hailing services Ola and Uber India can be bewildering. In August, Ola, through its largest investor SoftBank Group, claimed it had a whopping market share of 85% of India’s cab business as of 30 June. A day after Alexander’s interview was published, a senior Ola official said the company’s newly launched …

Micro alone is leading the race against Uber in India: Ola
9 years ago

Micro alone is leading the race against Uber in India: Ola

Firstpost  

Among the latest product by Ola is Ola Micro, which offers smaller hatchback AC cars such as Hyundai ion, Datsun Go and Maruti Suzuki Wagon R as taxis with a base price of Rs 6 per kilometer. The rate at which Micro is growing, it will be larger than their entire brand within a month.” Ola claims it holds 75 …

Mumbai's Kaali-Peeli cabs launch own 9211 app
9 years, 2 months ago

Mumbai's Kaali-Peeli cabs launch own 9211 app

Firstpost  

Set to take on Ola and Uber by modernising the way they operate The Mumbai Taximens Union and the Mumbai Taxi Association have joined forces to launch a new app, 9211 to take on the likes of Ola and Uber cabs that have swelled over the recent years. Over 35,000 cabs, part of these taxi unions in Mumbai will offer …

India's Ola to buy cars from Nissan to expand fleet
9 years, 4 months ago

India's Ola to buy cars from Nissan to expand fleet

Firstpost  

Indian ride-hailing company Ola on Tuesday said it would purchase vehicles from Japanese carmaker Nissan Motor Co’s local unit to expand its fleet, as it competes with U.S.-based rival Uber for a bigger share of the market. Ola expects to sign similar partnerships with other carmakers to achieve its target of adding 100,000 vehicles by end-2016 to its car leasing …

Ola inks pact with Nissan to lease cars to driver partners
9 years, 4 months ago

Ola inks pact with Nissan to lease cars to driver partners

Firstpost  

The programme has a dedicated capital of over Rs 5,000 crore that will be infused for scaling up the leasing programme in 2016. New Delhi: Taxi aggregator Ola today said it has signed an agreement with Nissan Motor India to procure cars for lending them to new drivers. “Ola had recently rolled out a cab-leasing programme for driver-partners for which …

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