Riders Now Have The #PowerOfChoice

Having a hard time booking your favorite private hire car lately? I’ve seen and heard several complaints from friends and on social media over the past weeks on how difficult it has been, that’s why I’d rather gas up my car and just endure Manila’s chaotic traffic. I use the app only during 'coding' days, by the way. Apparently, they say the supply can't keep up with the increase in demand. Fortunately, a Newest transport network company was formally introduced and I was there to witness it.

Attended by thousands, HYPE FEST brought together the entire community in an afternoon and early evening of entertainment; highlighted by the appearance of Mr. Piolo Pascual, HYPE ambassador; and the raffling off of various items from the sponsors; and a brand new Toyota Vios to a lucky event-goer.

HYPE Transport Systems, Inc., one of the newest all Filipino transport network companies (TNC) , gathered drivers, operators, and the public; as the TNC goes full swing in its operations to serve the riding public. Me and my team trooped all the way to SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia Complex in Pasay City to join the fun and games.

I was one of the lucky few to get a Phoenix Tsuper Club Membership and Rewards Card for fuel discount and points. I even got a free vehicle sun shade after I registered.

Mr. Nicanor Escalante, HYPE Transport Systems, Inc. President said, “When we first envisioned HYPE, we had a vision to provide the Filipino riding public a viable choice. We wanted the Filipinos to have the power to choose the most affordable, the safest, the most convenient, and with the most number of transport options possible.”

HYPE has 4 different types of rides, built-in SOS button for safety, and even the option to change your destination—even while you're on the way.

“We are proud to say that as the Filipino riding public has begun to support HYPE, more and more of our drivers --- both TNVS and taxi cabs; will continue to enjoy more and more earnings by using the app, and will most definitely enjoy more surprises from us and our partners,” Escalante further said.

During his speech, Mr. Escalante further announced a promo-incentive for drivers who complete a pre-determined number of trips that might just win them up to One Million Pesos in prizes. Miss Jennifer Silan, HYPE Chief Operating Officer also presented a number of promo-incentive schemes for the riding public.

HYPE is now available in Manila, Bulacan, Antipolo and will be seen soon on Cebu, CDO, parts of Visayas, other cities in Luzon, Subic is also included.

Last night, I tried to download and check the app out—the fare and all that. So far, they still charge high when I booked from SM Masinag to Trinoma. As I have said earlier, low supply and high demand increase price. In contrast, the greater the supply and the lower the demand, the price tends to fall. So,we will see in the coming months if there will be a change regarding the fare.

You can check out the online registration at https://partners.hypetransport.com/web/site/register and schedule your training at https://schedule.hypetransport.com/training . They are free of charge.

Hype accepts taxi, sedan, AUV and SUV that were acquired within the last seven years and has acquired a P.A./C.P.C. from LTFRB. Hatchback units with existing P.A./C.P.C. are also accepted, while motorcycles and NEW vehicles are not.

To learn more about HYPE Transport Systems, Inc. visit their website at www.hypetransport.com; and their Facebook page www.facebook.com/HYPE.