Ola announced an Ola car-sharing service called ‘Ola Drive‘. The new service has initially been rolled out for users in Bengaluru with Hyderabad, Mumbai, and New Delhi to follow shortly, the Bengaluru-headquartered company said in a statement. The company is aimed to host 20,000 cars by 2020.
Ola Drive will allow users to design their own rental package, with an option to pre-set everything from the number of kilometers and hours to fuel inclusion before booking a vehicle. The service will have designated pick-up and drop-off points located across different residential and commercial hubs. Users can choose to book a car of their choice—sedans, hatchbacks, and SUVs— for a minimum of 2 hours along with a security deposit starting at Rs.2000.
Besides media playback, Bluetooth connectivity, and GPS, Ola Play will also provide users with access to support and safety features, including emergency button, real-time tracking, and 24×7 helpline. Besides that, the new Ola Drive service will offer roadside assistance so as to make sure users have a comfortable and secure experience.
Ola Drive will also look at introducing a long-term car subscription option, and a corporate leasing service in the future.