The problem with the current Transport Network Vehicle Service (TNVS) in the Philippines is that the only remaining player will not be able to cover the growing number of passengers who have already adapted to the new ride-hailing mobile app system.
And because it lacks competition, the motivation to improve their services and lower the fare rates seems to have become just another forgotten post it note on a very lonely bulletin board.
These past weeks, many commuters have found it very difficult to book a ride from the remaining TNVS player in the country. Many that I have talked to complained about the surge in fares which they compared to like a hold-up or in some cases like being blackmailed.
And because of this, many have no other choice but to go back to hailing taxi – and going through the risk of having another stressful ride to or from work with drivers who complains about the traffic or those who asks you for a plus 50 first or it’s a no go.
HYPE
The good news is, we have a couple of TNVS players coming and one of them is the 100% Filipino-owned HYPE TRANSPORT SYSTEM.
HYPE stands for the company’s core values: Honest, Young, Professional and Empowering. It is the newest Transport Network Company (TNC) here in the Philippines getting its LTFRB accreditation only on the 18th of April that will be effective for two years and limited to 65,000 approved TNVS units only.
Last Thursday (April 26), we were invited to an intimate meeting with the heads of Hype Transport System – President and CEO Nicanor Escalante, Chief Operating Officer (COO) Jennifer Silan and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) John Codorniz, Jr.
The group announced that HYPE is expected to be in full operation mode beginning the 28th of May following a grand launching event scheduled at the SMX Convention Center on the 27th of May (Sunday) where they will introduce the app and their Hype celebrity brand ambassador.
Hype App
The APP is going to be ready for beta testing in a couple of weeks and will more or less have similar features with that of the other TNCs.
There is one major difference though, passengers of HYPE can book a ride even without internet connection. According to Mr. Codorniz, the app can detect when you have poor or no internet connection and will redirect you to their SMS or text messaging support.
Also, the Hype app will feature an “SOS” button that both the drivers and passengers may use in times of emergencies.
Hype Fares
As for the fares, HYPE will have a base fare of 40 Pesos and a 14 pesos per kilometer charge for their sedan vehicles. For the ride sharing option (car pooling), the base fare is 30 Pesos with a 9.50 pesos per kilometer charge. There will be no other hidden charges or per minute charges.
HYPE Services
- Taxi
- Sedan
- AUV
- SUV
- Pool
As a come-on for would-be HYPE drivers (operators), Mr. Escalante said that Hype’s take-away is relative to the number of trips per day. Meaning, their basic earning of 20% may go down to 5% depending on the driver’s performance. The more trips a driver makes, the lower the commission the company gets and the more take home income for the driver (operators).
As an ultimate goal, the company is now focused on making innovations to rival TNC leaders and pioneers and be the number one ride-hailing company in the region.
For those interested you may visit their website at www.hypetransport.com
CALL 02-5418887 or visit their office at Unit 1602 16th Flr., 139 Corporate Center 139 Valero St. Bel-Air Makati City, Philippines
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Sadel
Tanung KO Lang if pede pa mag pasok ng unit?
raindeocampo
Yes,they told us that they’re continually accepting online applications – just go to their website.
Julius malalis
tanong ko lang ano po yung PA or CPC case #?
Toti
Tumatangap pba ng unit husto ko ipasok car ko tnx.
raindeocampo
Hi Toti, you may reach Hype through – 02-5418887 or visit their office at Unit 1602 16th Flr., 139 Corporate Center 139 Valero St. Bel-Air Makati City, Philippines
Lemwell
Hello there! I visited their website. However, upon clicking the “Sign Up” button. Only existing operators are allowed to fill up this application.
Take note, we are applying as NEW operator.
Are they accepting online of manual only. Btw, I am from Cebu, is there an Hype office here?
Thank you.
raindeocampo
Hi Lemwell, you may reach Hype through – 02-5418887 or visit their office at Unit 1602 16th Flr., 139 Corporate Center 139 Valero St. Bel-Air Makati City, Philippines
danilo tengco
Tumatanhap na po ba ng bagong unit
Federico francisco
Good day…pano po magregister?
Jay-R
hi sir, ask lang po ako ma open din ba kayo outside NCR like bacolod?ty
raindeocampo
Hi all, you may reach Hype through – 02-5418887 or visit their office at Unit 1602 16th Flr., 139 Corporate Center 139 Valero St. Bel-Air Makati City, Philippines
rommel
sir gusto ko rin po ipasok unit ko. ty po
Ashley
Gusto ko po ipasok yung unit ko sainyo kung tumatanggap pa po ba kayo? Open po ba kayo tom kasi tumatawag po kami sa landline niyo di po kami makaconnect
Joel Fernandez
Magandang araw po taga Negros Occidental po ako may office po ba kayo dito gusto ko pong mag apply.
raindeocampo
Hi, please direct all other inquiries about Hype through – 02-5418887 or visit their office at Unit 1602 16th Flr., 139 Corporate Center 139 Valero St. Bel-Air Makati City, Philippines – Thank you 🙂
Romeo simbajon
Pwdi ba magpasok ng new car ?
Benjamin Escalante
Gud a.m sir mag aapply po akong driver saan po ba ang training ng mga driver at kailan ang aplayan .
raindeocampo
Hi, please direct all other inquiries about Hype through – 02-5418887 or visit their office at Unit 1602 16th Flr., 139 Corporate Center 139 Valero St. Bel-Air Makati City, Philippines – Thank you 🙂
Jude
Hi do you accept hatchbacks like picanto,mirage?What are the required year model?thanks in advance for the response.
raindeocampo
Hi, please direct all other inquiries about Hype through – 02-5418887 or visit their office at Unit 1602 16th Flr., 139 Corporate Center 139 Valero St. Bel-Air Makati City, Philippines – Thank you 🙂
raindeocampo
Hi, please direct all other inquiries about Hype through – 02-5418887 or visit their office at Unit 1602 16th Flr., 139 Corporate Center 139 Valero St. Bel-Air Makati City, Philippines – Thank you 🙂
jerome guazon
sir/ madam, are you still accepting new driver/operator, because i’m interested to apply my vehicle nd myself. can you please send me details in my email add. thank you
reynante
mgopen b kayo dito sa angeles pampanga
jun
good pm po ano po mga requirements for application for both driver and unit ? thank you.
chad alfaro
hello open na po ba kayo for new units?
Ronald nisperos
Gud day po pwede po ba mag pasok ng car vios at adventure 2016 model nila parehas then meron na rin driver bukod sa driver pati b operator kailan din sa seminar
Julian Ong
May incentives din?
Raul S.
Soon magkaroon po ba kyo ng motorcycle riders for express delivery? Thank you
Regie C. Catangui
How to joint hype im new aplicant thanks
Marita D. Aquino
Hi may office ba HYPE bandang Mandaluyong for querries, interested to join po thanks
maricris manglo
How to register?
edgar pablico
what are the requirements in registering as operator/driver of hype?
Julito abelado
Sir gud pm po ask lang kung pwede paba ipasok sasakyan ko sedan sir 2019.willing po ako ipasok sasakyan ko sir.