Ryde Group Ltd (NYSE American: RYDE) ("Ryde" or "the Company"), a leading technology platform for mobility and quick commerce, today introduced its 7 Driver Commitments initiative, designed to elevate the experience of its driver-partners.

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Ryde introduces 7 Driver Commitments including fair earnings, job flexibility, dedicated support, safety first and more to build a fairer platform. (PHOTO: RYDE)

These commitments, driven by our belief that driver-partners are the backbone of our business, outline Ryde’s guiding principles and initiatives designed to empower and support its valued driver community.

0% Commission, Building A Fairer Platform:

Ryde's 7 Driver Commitments include:

  • Fair Earnings: Prioritising transparent pricing with more earning opportunities, including a groundbreaking 0% commission initiative for private hire and taxi drivers. Providing the lowest fees in the market.
  • Safety First: Ensuring driver safety with comprehensive features like call masking, live trip tracking, 24/7 towing assistance, and emergency support.
  • Professional Development: Providing resources and continuous training to help driver-partners upskill through in-house training, driver quizzes, and onboarding sessions. Provision of regular updates on app features, policies and evolving regulatory requirements.
  • Dedicated Support: Offering multiple support channels for driver-partners, including RydeHELP, an in-app support feature, real-time chat support, and an AI bot to provide comprehensive responses to drivers round the clock.
  • Job Flexibility: Empowering drivers to choose jobs, set working hours, and work on their own terms for both part-time and full time drivers. Introducing 1-day leave for our most active drivers to improve driver well-being and reduce driver fatigue.
  • Active Engagement: Listening actively to driver feedback and recognises contributions through online channels, food giveaway like #MakanWithRyde Giveaway, and focused group feedback sessions. Offering education awards like Ryde Education Merit Awards (REMA) for driver-partner’s children.
  • Sustainability: Promoting eco-friendly practices through carpooling services (RydePOOL), introducing multi-stop features, and implementing AI-driven delivery route optimisation to reduce our carbon footprint. Contributing to the community through various efforts like RydeEmpowers which aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals; promote good health & well-being and reduce inequalities.

Driver Testimonials:

Ryde’s commitment to driver well-being resonates with its partners. Mr. Tang, driving for Ryde since 2021, shared, “Ryde’s competitive fees and excellent support make it my go-to platform.” Ms. Siti, a pioneering full-time female Private Hire Car Driver's Vocational Licence (PDVL) driver, appreciates Ryde’s “job flexibility that allows her to balance work and family.”

Building a Fairer Platform:

Terence Zou, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Ryde Group, stated, “Our drivers are key to our success, and we strive to ensure a first-class driving experience with cutting-edge tech features, supportive policies, and fair earnings. These 7 Driver Commitments reflect our dedication to transparency, trust, and fairness with our driver-partners.”

About Ryde Group Ltd

Ryde is a super mobility app founded in Singapore and the world’s FIRST on-demand carpooling app since 2014. As a publicly listed company on the NYSE American, FSE, and XSTU stock exchanges, Ryde is reimagining the way people and goods move. The company offers a full suite of services, including carpooling, private hire, taxi, and delivery. What truly sets Ryde apart is its commitment to empowering private-hire and taxi partners by taking 0% commission, ensuring that drivers keep more of their hard-earned money. For more information, please visit Ryde's Website.

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