Driving Growth Together

Manila — Global mobility platform inDrive is calling on local fleet operators in the Philippines to partner with ride-hailing companies to boost transport services and give more drivers access to vehicles.

Speaking at the Philippine Commercial Vehicle Show 2025, inDrive Regional Director Mark Tolley said fleet collaborations can help meet strong commuter demand, improve daily travel, and create more livelihood opportunities.

“In many of our APAC and Latin American markets, we see steady demand for reliable transport. Many drivers want to help, but they don’t have cars,” Tolley said. “By teaming up with local fleets, we can provide vehicles, open up job opportunities, and improve commuter services.”

The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has approved over 70,000 vehicle slots for 19 ride-hailing firms. Instead of adding more new cars, inDrive’s strategy is to work with fleets to use underutilized vehicles, reducing the need for more private car ownership or unregulated operators.

inDrive has similar partnerships in Mexico, Nepal, and Peru, each tailored to local needs. In the Philippines, it is encouraging fleet operators to design schemes that benefit both drivers and commuters while supporting sustainable growth.

Tolley stressed that ideal fleet partners should keep rental rates affordable so drivers can earn enough without overworking. Fleets should also explore funding options that don’t pass high interest rates onto drivers.

Fleet partnerships, according to Tolley, also benefit operators. Through inDrive, they can access its tech platform, link with financial partners, and enjoy a 10% commission rate, allowing them to keep more revenue. Bonuses are also available for meeting performance targets and using company branding on vehicles.

For ride-hailing platforms, fleets help bring in more drivers, assist them in daily operations, and improve performance. Branded fleet vehicles also help promote services.

Beyond fleet deals, inDrive is testing a peer-to-peer model in some countries to make pricing fairer and more transparent. Early results show higher driver earnings, fewer cancellations, and better passenger satisfaction.

“Our aim is simple — we want more drivers on the road to meet rising demand, but we want that growth to be sustainable,” Tolley said.

inDrive is inviting local fleets to partner up, give more Filipino drivers the chance to earn, and serve more passengers with reliable transport.