Ola, Uber New Rules: From 2x Surge Pricing to 10% Cancellation Charges — 5 Things Passengers and Drivers Must Know
- The central government announced the new Motor Vehicle Aggregator Guidelines 2025, urging states to implement revised norms within three months for cab aggregators like Ola and Uber.
- Cab aggregators can now charge up to double the base fare during peak hours, with a minimum fare during off-peak hours set at 50% of the base fare.
- Both drivers and passengers will incur a cancellation penalty of 10% of the fare for unjustified cancellations.
- The guidelines also mandate that drivers receive at least 80% of the fare if they own the vehicle, promoting fair compensation among gig workers.
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Ola, Uber New Rules: From 2x surge pricing to 10% cancellation charges — 5 things passengers and drivers must know
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