viaDOTS launches the ‘saver rides’ feature in a bid to address surge hour dilemmas

In a bid to address the rising concerns associated with hailing an affordable cab in the city, viaDOTS, India’s first ever app-based digital meter taxi has launched the ‘saver rides’ feature. This innovative offering allows riders to navigate the city at a reduced cost, with a 15% decrease in the already competitive base fare, surpassing other ride-hailing platforms – providing an affordable and convenient transportation solution. With an effective pricing strategy, the Bengaluru-based platform has set a competitive base price of 100 INR for the initial 4 kilometers, followed by a reasonable rate of INR 20 per kilometer thereafter. This disruptive pricing model aims to address the prevailing cost concerns associated with ride-hailing services in the tech city of India, making viaDOTS an attractive and cost-effective choice for commuters. The app-based ride-hailing startup also maintains a flat rate throughout the day. Unlike many other cab aggregators, viaDOTS refrains from implementing surge pricing measures even during peak hours – providing riders with a consistent and transparent fare system, regardless of the time or demand. “We are thrilled to introduce the ‘saver rides’ feature to our users in Bangalore," said Vyshak Simha, CEO of viaDOTS. “At viaDOTS, our aim is to redefine