Could We Finally Be Getting Cheaper Grab Rides With This New Feature?
We're talking up to 15% off on rides.
(SPOT.ph) Are Grab rides starting to break the bank? Luckily, we can start the new year saving up some more as Grab's newest feature will allow users to get the same service for less—just make sure you’re not in a rush to go somewhere.
A new feature called GrabCar Saver has popped up, promising rates at up to 15% less. However, the trade-off for lower fares is that there will be a longer waiting time in return: “As this service has a lower fare, do allow some time for drivers to choose to accept your booking.”
Still, it's your best bet for a more affordable ride without having to be in a taxi (GrabTaxi) or share the vehicle with other passengers (GrabShare). Like the standard service, GrabCar Saver can also seat a maximum of four people.
Since the service is still in beta testing, GrabCar Saver is only available at selected hours in Metro Manila and Pampanga for now.
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How to access GrabCar Saver on the Grab app
On the booking screen, pull up the modal to see more of Grab’s ride options. You’ll find GrabCar Saver at the very bottom after the usual features like GrabCar 4-Seater, GrabShare, GrabCar 6-Seater, and GrabTaxi.
We tested it out for a short trip from Banawe to Quiapo and found a 10% discount compared to the standard service. As seen above, GrabCar 4-Seater has a set fare of P319, while GrabCar Saver is charging less at P287.
Base fare starts at P45 for GrabCar Saver, with an additional P15 for every kilometer and P2 every minute of travel time.
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