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Long-form articles from the Social Pulse editorial team — travel, airlines & airports, countries, and community pieces. 13 articles available.
Namma Yatri (Kerala/Karnataka)
Namma Yatri (Kerala/Karnataka) Namma Yatri is an innovative open-source auto-rickshaw and taxi booking platform operating primarily in Bengaluru, Karnataka, and expanding to other cities in southern India. Launched in late 2022, the servic…
InDrive
Overview InDrive is a global ridesharing platform that distinguishes itself through a unique fare negotiation model, allowing passengers and drivers to agree on trip prices before the journey begins. Headquartered in Mountain View, Califor…
Cabify
Overview Cabify is a prominent ride-hailing and mobility platform headquartered in Madrid, Spain, that has established itself as a leading transportation service across Spain, Portugal, and Latin America. Founded in 2011, the company provi…
Bolt
Bolt Bolt is a leading European mobility platform offering ride-hailing, car-sharing, and scooter rental services across more than 45 countries and 500 cities worldwide. Founded in Tallinn, Estonia, Bolt has grown from a local startup to b…
Didi Chuxing
Overview Didi Chuxing, commonly known as Didi, is China's leading ride-hailing platform and one of the world's largest mobility technology companies. Established in 2012 through the merger of two competing services, Didi has grown to becom…
Grab
Grab: Southeast Asia's Super App for Transportation and Beyond Grab stands as Southeast Asia's leading super app, offering comprehensive ride-hailing, food delivery, and digital payment services across the region. Founded in 2012 as a taxi…
Yellow Cab NYC
Yellow Cab NYC Overview Yellow Cab NYC represents the iconic yellow taxicabs that have become synonymous with New York City itself. These distinctive vehicles are among the most recognizable symbols of the Big Apple, serving millions of re…
London Black Cab (LTDA)
Overview The London Black Cab, particularly those operated by members of the Licensed Taxi Drivers' Association (LTDA), represents one of the world's most iconic and recognizable forms of urban transportation. These distinctive vehicles ha…
Rapido
Overview Rapido is India's largest bike taxi aggregator platform, headquartered in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Established in 2015, the service revolutionized urban mobility in India by introducing a convenient and affordable alternative to trad…
Ola
Ola Overview Ola is one of India's largest ride-hailing platforms, headquartered in Bengaluru (Bangalore), Karnataka. Founded in 2010, the company has grown from a small startup to a major player in urban mobility across India and several …
Lyft
Lyft Overview Lyft is one of the largest ridesharing companies in the United States, providing on-demand transportation services through a mobile application. Founded in 2012, Lyft has grown from a San Francisco startup to a major transpor…
Uber
Uber Overview Uber is a global technology platform that revolutionized urban transportation by connecting riders with drivers through a smartphone application. Established in 2009 and officially launched in 2010, the company began operatio…
Uber
Uber Overview Uber is a global technology platform that revolutionized urban transportation by connecting riders with drivers through a smartphone application. Founded in 2009 and officially launched in 2010, Uber began as a premium black …