Ola launches top-notch rideshare option ‘Pro’ with super-sanitised in-car experience
New service also provides enhanced sanitization measures for customers seeking greater safety and peace of mind
Sydney, 30th April 2020: Ola, one of the world’s largest rideshare platforms, has today launched Ola Pro, a new top-notch service to help people who need a super-sanitised rideshare option for travel during the COVID- 19 pandemic.
The Ola Pro trial, which begins today in Sydney, introduces a fleet of specially fitted out cars that provide best in class hygiene and safety standards, apart from a superior in-car experience. It is available for people seeking extra assurance, such as those working with at-risk community members.
Managing Director of Ola Australia, Simon Smith said: “At Ola, we pride ourselves on providing a safe high-quality experience for all our riders and driver-partners. Today, we take that commitment one step further with the launch of Ola Pro.
“Ola Pro is designed to help people looking for some extra peace of mind with a transport option to get them from A to B as safely as possible. ”
The new service features vehicles fitted with a transparent plastic barrier separating the driver and rider. The vehicles are sanitised after every trip by drivers and professionally sanitised every week.
Ola drivers have been provided gloves, masks and cleaning equipment, as well as hand sanitiser to protect their own safety. They will also be regularly temperature checked, to ensure the highest levels of hygiene and service to the rider. Drivers are also undergoing hygiene training to build their skills and to ensure they follow best practice.
“Not only do we want to protect our customers, we want to protect our drivers,” Simon Smith said. “Our drivers have been struggling like many other small business people during this crisis and Ola Pro gives them the opportunity to continue to work, while providing a vital community service.”
“We are encouraging people to only venture out for essential trips and with this service people can be assured that their safety and their ride experience is always front of mind for Ola.”
Roslyn Slade, an Ola Pro driver in Sydney said: “I want to help people get where they need to go. COVID- 19 really stopped a lot of elderly and at risk people getting to the shops or to see a doctor. Ola Pro gives them an option which I think is pretty good. I always keep my car clean, but this takes it to another level, and the screen will help my customers and me stay that bit further apart. I would definitely tell people to use the service and I hope they do.”
Ola Pro is now available in Sydney at Ola’s standard rideshare rates with a nominal sanitisation fee of $4.50 to cover the additional cleaning costs involved. You can find out more at https://ola.com.au/ola-pro/.
About Ola Australia:
Ola is one of the world’s largest ride sharing platforms, operating in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and India. Ola is available to passengers in 19 cities and regional hubs across Australia, as well as 14 in New Zealand, creating a seamless transportation experience across the Tasman. Founded by Bhavish Aggarwal and Ankit Bhati in India in 2011, Ola helps move hundreds of millions of users via its network of over 2.5 million drivers hosted across 250+ cities, through its rider and driver apps. Ola is in a period of growth and expansion across ANZ and with a unique focus on drivers, is providing a new option to increase earnings in these markets. Globally, Ola is committed to its mission of building mobility for a billion people and beyond. For more details, visit www.olacabs.com/media.
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