Grab Hangs Up Late‑Night Car‑pooling to Keep Drivers Safe
Buckle up, folks—Grab is pulling the plug on its GrabHitch service from 1 a.m. to 5 a.m. next month. Why? Apparently, the late‑night ride‑share dance turns into a cocktail‑coded chaos show.
What’s Going Wrong?
- Drunk diners: Drivers report intoxicated passengers vomiting right in their cars. Not exactly the “meals of the night” they expect.
- Argumentative commuters: The midnight ride‑share scene sometimes feels like a full‑scale “who’s the boss?” showdown.
- Safety first: Grab’s own voice? “We’re all about keeping our driver‑partners and riders safe and smiles bright.”
GrabHitch vs. GrabShare
GrabHitch lets private car owners offer a cheap, communal ride. GrabShare, meanwhile, caters to commercial drivers. Both services have already been on hold during the same midnight window since June, but Grab hasn’t backed down on its regular ride‑hailing roster.
Why It Matters
Asia’s ride‑hailing giants are under a microscope now. In China, Didi Chuxing tightened safety after a high‑profile incident in August. Grab’s move signals it’s not wanting to ride into the same storm.
Still on the Map
Don’t worry—GrabRide is still alive and kicking in those wee hours. You can still get a solo lift, but the car‑pooling “share the ride” vibe takes a vacation.
Bottom Line
Grab’s decision isn’t about pulling the plug on community rides altogether. It’s about safeguarding the drivers who do the heavy lifting, especially when the streets get a bit tipsy. All in all, a smart, safety‑first step in a city that never really sleeps.
