Affordable Taxis Launch via Bolt in Dubai
More Affordable Taxis through Bolt from 2025
From the first quarter of 2025, more affordable taxi services are expected to become available in Dubai through the Bolt transportation app. According to the CEO of the Dubai Taxi Company (DTC), the company is open to expanding its partnerships in the e-hailing sector, offering more convenient and cost-effective transportation options for Dubai residents and visitors.
Introducing the Bolt App in the UAE
The Bolt platform was launched in the UAE during Eid Al Etihad, initially offering mainly limousine services. Since its inception, around 12,000 drivers and 160 limousine companies have joined the platform. This number could significantly increase with the integration of the entire Dubai Taxi Company fleet, potentially making Bolt the largest e-hailing service provider in the country.
Broader Accessibility with DTC
The Dubai Taxi Company is one of the largest and most extensive fleet operators in the UAE, and it plans to integrate its entire fleet into the Bolt platform. This move allows traditional taxi services to become available on the app alongside existing limousine services. This step could not only make prices more competitive but also increase transportation accessibility, especially for locals and tourists.
More Competitive Prices and Greater Variety
The introduction of traditional taxis on the Bolt app will likely result in more competitive prices, which could be particularly appealing to those who have not been able to afford the premium-priced limousine services. This will make Dubai's transportation options more widely accessible, meeting the city's continuously growing residential and tourist demand.
Competition and Innovation in the E-hailing Market
The expansion of the Bolt platform involving the Dubai Taxi Company could inject new vigor into the competition in the e-hailing market. Collaboration between local and international providers could not only lower prices but also improve service quality, ultimately benefitting user satisfaction.
Benefits for Residents and Tourists
The introduction of more affordable taxi services will be especially beneficial for cost-conscious residents and tourists who seek reliable and affordable transportation options while exploring the city. With Bolt's growing popularity, Dubai again demonstrates its capability to strengthen its standing as one of the world's most forward-thinking cities through innovation and partnerships.
The collaboration between Bolt and the Dubai Taxi Company is an exciting development in the e-hailing sector, likely to set another example of how technological innovation and partnerships can enhance daily life in Dubai.
