Online cab aggregator Ola launched its bike taxi initiative in Bangalore literally hours after Uber launched a similar service (come on guys, this isn't a race. Oh wait... it is. The service be similar to Ola cabs; users will see driver details, have an SOS option, live tracking and online payment using Ola Money. Booking can be made through the regular app. Note that Ola does not mention under what criteria users can sign up to be drivers on the platform. The company also does not mention which areas of Bangalore it currently cover and how much commission it will charge. We have written to the company asking these questions and will update when we get a reply. As for the cost, Ola will charge users an introductory fare of Rs 2 per km and Rs 1 per minute of trip time. The minimum fare will be Rs 30. The company mentions that the service is only available in some areas for now, with plans to cover more areas in the coming weeks. For regulatory compliance, the company will ensure pillion riders get helmets. Uber MOTO: UberMOTO will work through the same Uber app and will cost a minimum of Rs 15, followed by Rs 3 per km. People who own and ride bikes can also sign up to become drivers on the platform and the service will be operational from 7AM to 9PM. Bike taxis legal only in Haryana and Goa: It’s important to note that in November, Haryana followed Goa’s…
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