Ride-hailing platform inDrive has identified 5G as a key factor in its continued growth in the Philippines, highlighting its impact on operations, safety features, and rider-driver interactions.
“5G is essentially one of our twin engines,” said Mark Tolley, inDrive’s Asia Pacific regional director, during a Joint Cybersecurity Working Group session hosted by Swedish telecommunications company Ericsson. “Without 5G, the app struggles to become the app it is today.”
inDrive uses 5G to power real-time map data and predictive analytics, which help optimize driver routes, improve arrival time estimates, and reduce passenger wait times. These enhancements allow drivers to save on fuel by minimizing time spent idling or stuck in traffic, helping them retain more of their earnings.
The platform’s peer-to-peer model also benefits from the fast and stable connection 5G provides. Passengers can choose drivers based on reviews, car type, and ride history, while drivers can review passenger profiles and routes before accepting a request. This mutual selection process adds a layer of transparency and control for both parties, even in high-traffic areas like airports and business districts.
5G also enables key safety features on the inDrive app. The Share Your Ride function lets users send trip details to trusted contacts in real time, while the SOS button connects passengers to emergency services during critical situations.
Tolley underscored that inDrive’s performance and growth in the Philippines are deeply tied to the capabilities of 5G. By leveraging faster speeds, lower latency, and greater network capacity, inDrive aims to maintain its momentum while offering safer, more efficient ride experiences in key urban and provincial areas.
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