Digital taxi era in Istanbul

Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IBB) is launching a new era in transportation. A tender process has been initiated for 150 taxis that can only be hailed through digital applications. Applications for the tender will be accepted until September 1.

In a statement regarding the matter, the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality announced that 150 more taxis will be included in the system in the second tender to be held on September 2, and that the deadline for applications is September 1. The statement noted that the winners will hold taxi license plates under the guarantee of IBB for 29 years, and that in the new system, taxis will only be hailed via digital applications, allowing passengers to see the vehicle's license plate, driver information, and route through the app. It was stated that this will prevent issues such as passenger selection and demands for excessive fares, thereby implementing a safe, registered, and traceable transportation model.

The statement said, "The system, which works integrated with digital taxi applications, offers investors a fixed and predictable earnings model. Thanks to contactless payment options, regular monitoring, and transparent operations, regular monthly income can be provided to investors.

Taxi plate rental practices, which have not been on a legal basis in Istanbul for years, are being brought under registration with this model.

Vehicles included in the application will undergo the Vehicle Service Quality Compliance Check (TAHKUK) audit every year. Quality will be kept under constant control with criteria such as vehicle equipment, driver behavior, cleanliness, and application integration," it was stated.

News Source: İHA