On August 15, 2017 Uber released this statement on social media. It announces the one month suspension of Uber from operating in the Philippines.
According to the news the service was suspended because Uber supposedly kept on accepting applications despite being told not to make any new activations. In response Uber said that while it is true that they did not stop accepting applications, they have not made any activations in the interim.
Shortly after they filed a motion for reconsideration with the LTFRB in response to the demand from drivers and riders. Upon filing the MR Uber cars were back on the streets, to the delight of Uber drivers and riders everywhere. But this joy was short-lived as this action angered LTFRB and they immediately told Uber to cease. Naughty Uber! Thinking you could just go back to business as usual with the MR.
Long and short, the one month suspension stays.
By this action LTFRB is punishing not only the UBER drivers but the riders as well. It means loss of income, especially for those drivers who quit their regular jobs and invested to purchase their own vehicle.
This is also frustrating for the Uber riders. All of a sudden Grab has a monopoly of the ridesharing industry and with the demand so high they jacked up their price (particularly on August 15th). In a news report a Grab representative mentioned that their price increase was capped at 1.4x … Dude, that is still 40% higher!
I admit that I use both Grab and Uber. Oftentimes I switch from one to the other and back depending on the rate and availability of cars when I need to book. With this recent suspension of Uber getting a ride has been very difficult. Not only have Grab rates jumped up the drivers are also very picky with the passengers they will pick up which means that for riders such as myself who travel quite a distance getting a ride in the afternoon or evening is not easy.
Earlier today I was booking a Grab home and my screen showed three cars in the vicinity. For almost 30 minutes I tried to get a ride repeatedly and each time I saw the same three names appear on my screen in rotation and none of them would accept my fare. How frustrating!
I was tired and just wanted to get home and my only options were:
keep trying to get a Grab
hail a cab
walk to Taft and ride an FX
I was not going to hail a cab and just get rejected for wanting to be dropped off in Quezon City. I was not up to walking all the way to Taft because it was drizzling. And for that same reason I was not going to use Angkas which I often take for short trips. As for the train, I hate crowds so that was not even an option as far as I was concerned.
With no other choice I opted to keep tapping my finger on the app until I could get a ride with Grab. My only consolation being that since I was at a hotel then at least I was waiting in comfort.
My persistence was eventually rewarded a few minutes before 5:30pm. Mr. Josemmanuel (last name truncated), who still had to drop off a passenger, accepted my trip. Yey! Now why can’t the other 3 drivers be like him?
Sidenote: I’ve rarely been rejected or ignored by Uber drivers and my travel to and from work is always a distance of at least 12 kms.
My experience with Mr. Josemmanuel … he was a safe driver, the ride was comfortable, when we spoke he was well-spoken and wonderful to converse with. 5 stars!
A part of me understands why many drivers pick and choose their passengers. Perhaps they are already tired themselves and are not up to driving so far but are still willing to make short trips. But at the same time I can’t help but asked ISN’T THAT THEIR JOB?
I would understand if my destination was out of town and would need to pass through a toll booth, but it wasn’t (though there are those who would argue that Manila to Quezon City is technically out of town since they are around 12 kms apart. 😀 but still … no toll booth! :D)
If a chef in a restaurant sees a customer come in he does not like, can he opt to NOT cook for that person?
I truly hope the suspension levied by LTFRB will be lifted soon. Listen to the clamor. The need is real. Don’t be the most hated government agency in the country today.
In this month of heroes let us pause for a moment to pray for our national heroes and for the heroes of today.
Can’t decide which ridesharing app to use? Let Google maps help you decide. Below are some promo codes to make our commute more affordable.
If you are looking for September 2017 promo codes click here.
Angkas promo codes
Haven’t tried Angkas yet? If motorcycle rides don’t scare you then it is the perfect time to try this ridesharing service.
Promo code: AKS400G
P40 off ten (10) rides valid from August 22 to 24, 2017 only
Promo code: AKS450
P40 off ten (10) rides valid from August 22 to 24, 2017 only
P45 off ten (10) rides valid from August 14 to 17, 2017 only
Promo code: AKSULIT350
Only valid for the 1st 10,000 redemptions per day
P35 off ten (10) rides valid from August 19 to 21, 2017 only
Promo code: AKS40
P40 off two (2) rides valid from August 15 to 20, 2017 only
Promo code: AKSULIT
Only valid for the 1st 10,000 redemptions per day
P35 off five (5) rides valid from August 12 to 13, 2017 only
Promo code: ANGKAS40
P40 off one (1) ride valid on August 10, 2017 up to 11:59pm only
Promo code: AKS350
Only valid for the 1st 10,000 redemptions per day
P35 off ten (10) rides valid from August 07 to 10, 2017 only
Promo code: AK450
P45 off ten (10) rides valid from July 31 to August 3, 2017 only
Promo code: ANGKASCEBU
Angkas is now in Cebu! I-level up ang habal habal with Angkas.
P20 off 1st ride valid from July 24 to August 4, 2017 only
for first time users in Cebu
Promo code: ANGKAS
Free up to P80 off for first time users.
Grab promo codes
Promo code: GC120L
P40 discount on three (3) rides valid from August 09 to 14, 2017
use with GRABSHARE, GRABCAR, GRABCAR PREMIUM, and GRABCAR 6-SEATER rides
NO PROMO CODE NEEDED
NO PROMO CODE NEEDED
50% discount off all GRABSHARE rides on August 7, 2017
valid from 6am to 10am
Promo code: CBD120
P40 discount on three (3) rides within Makati and BGC’s Central Business District (CBD
valid from August 01 to 04, 2017 from 9am to 5pm only
use with GRABSHARE, GRABCAR, GRABCAR PREMIUM, and GRABCAR 6-SEATER rides
Promo code: GCPAMPANGA
Grab is now servicing Pampanga as well! That makes 4 areas – Metro Manila, Cebu, Bacolod, and Pampanga. Here’s a promo for FIRST TIME USERS in PAMPANGA
P50 discount on first five (5) GRABCAR rides
valid for new users for the first 6,000 rides only from July 30 to August 31, 2017
available in Angeles City, San Fernando, Clark, and Mabalacat
The trains keep breaking down, jeeps are hazardous, buses are no better. Preventing UBER from operating does not fix the situation. If anything, you just made it worse. 🙁
Why ride a broom when you can ride in comfort this rainy month of July by taking Angkas, Grab, and Uber rides instead.
Can’t decide which ridesharing app to use? Let Google maps help you decide. Below are some promo codes to make our commute more affordable.
Uber promo codes
Good things come to those who wait. Here are the promo codes currently available for Uber riders.
Promo code: 280JULYWEEKEND
P70 discount
valid for four (4) rides from July 29 to 30, 2017 only
use with all types of UBER rides: UBERPOOL, UBER-X, UBERXL, and UBER BLACK
valid for both cash and credit/debit card transactions
Promo code: STAYDRYCEB
This promo code is for new Uber users located in Cebu only
P100 discount
valid for first four (4) rides from July 10 to 16, 2017 only
use with all types of UBER rides: UBERPOOL, UBER-X, UBERXL, and UBER BLACK
valid for both cash and credit/debit card transactions
Promo code: RIDEJULY200
P40 discount
valid for four (4) rides from July 03 to 09, 2017 only
use with all types of UBER rides: UBERPOOL, UBER-X, UBERXL, and UBER BLACK
valid for both cash and credit/debit card transactions
Angkas promo codes
Haven’t tried Angkas yet? If motorcycle rides don’t scare you then it is the perfect time to try this ridesharing service.
Promo code: AK450
P45 off 10 rides valid from July 31 to August 3, 2017 only
Promo code: ANGKASCEBU
Angkas is now in Cebu! I-level up ang habal habal with Angkas.
P20 off 1st ride valid from July 24 to August 4, 2017 only
for first time users in Cebu
Promo code: MANILA
For pickups and drop-offs within Manila City
P35 off five (5) rides
valid from July 24 to 30, 2017 from 4pm to 12 midnight only
Promo code: UNLI35
ALL DAY unlirides valid for the first 10,000 rides per day
P35 off ALL rides valid from July 20 to 23, 2017 only
Promo code: ANGKAS450
P45 off 10 rides valid from July 17 to 19, 2017 only
P30 off 15 rides valid from July 5 to 9, 2017 only
Promo code: WEEKEND400
P40 off 10 rides valid from July 15 to 16, 2017 only
Promo code: UNLIANGKAS
Unlirides within the 10am to 4pm window for the first 3,000 rides of the day.
P30 on first 3,000 rides of the day from 10am to 4pm
valid from July 12 to 16, 2017 only
valid from July 4 to 9, 2017 only
Promo code: MIDNIGHT
Book a ride from 12am (midnight) to 5am
P30 discount on three (3) rides valid from June 27 to July 2, 2017 only
Promo code: ANGKAS70
P70 discount on two (2) rides valid from June 27 to July 2, 2017 only
Promo code: ANGKAS
Free up to P80 off for first time users.
Grab promo codes
Did you know that you get double GrabRewards points when you pay using GRABPAY instead of cash? It’s true!
Level up faster when you use your Debit or Credit card or Grab Credits to pay for your booking. I am just a few rides away from GOLD myself which means:
priority access to new features
preferential pricing for ride rewards
access to exclusive rewards from partners
Whether you need a private car or are willing to share your ride, Grab has promo codes guaranteed to perk you up.
Promo code: GCPAMPANGA
Grab is now servicing Pampanga as well! That makes 4 areas – Metro Manila, Cebu, Bacolod, and Pampanga. Here’s a promo for FIRST TIME USERS in PAMPANGA
P50 discount on first five (5) GRABCAR rides
valid for new users for the first 6,000 rides only from July 30 to August 31, 2017
available in Angeles City, San Fernando, Clark, and Mabalacat
Promo code: 40SHARE
Use this promo code between 4am to 4pm only. Limited daily redemptions!
P40 discount
valid for two (2) rides from July 24 to 28, 2017 only
use with GRABCAR, GRABCAR PREMIUM, and GRABCAR 6-SEATER rides
valid for credit card, debit card, and Grabpay credits transactions only
Promo code: MIDDAY
P40 discount
valid for one (1) ride ON July 17, 2017 up to 5pm only
use with GRABCAR, GRABCAR PREMIUM, and GRABCAR 6-SEATER rides
valid for credit card, debit card, and Grabpay credits transactions only
Promo code: WALTERMARTGC
Use this promo code when going to Waltermart North EDSA, Makati, Bicutan, and Sucat
P50 discount
valid for one (1) ride from July 14 to 16, 2017 only
use with GRABCAR, GRABCAR PREMIUM, and GRABCAR 6-SEATER rides
valid for credit card, debit card, and Grabpay credits transactions only
Promo code: LEGALLYGRAB
This promo is limited to the first 10,000 redemptions per day.
P50 discount
valid for one (1) ride from July 13 to 14, 2017 only
use with GRABSHARE, GRABCAR, GRABCAR PREMIUM, and GRABCAR 6-SEATER rides
valid for credit card, debit card, and Grabpay credits transactions only
It’s back to school and back to figuring out ways to save on travel expenses. Here’s an idea … carpool!
Can’t decide which ridesharing app to use? Let Google maps help you decide. Below are some promo codes to make our commute more affordable.
Uber promo codes
Here are the latest promo codes from Uber.
Promo code: 200JUNETHU
P50 discount on four (4) rides from June 27 to June 29, 2017 only
Promo code: RIDEMAY400
Take 7 trips this week from May 22 to 28, 2017 and get a discount next week.
P50 discount on eight (8) rides from May 29 to June 4, 2017 only
Angkas promo codes
Haven’t tried Angkas yet? If motorcycle rides don’t scare you then it is the perfect time to try this ridesharing service.
Promo code: MIDNIGHT
P30 discount on three (3) rides from 12am (midnight) to 5am
valid from June 27 to July 2, 2017 only
Promo code: ANGKAS70
P70 discount on two (2) rides
valid from June 27 to July 2, 2017 only
Promo code: AK70
P70 discount on two (2) rides
valid from June 19 to 25, 2017 only
Promo code: ANGKAS40
P40 discount on three (3) rides
valid from June 13 to 18, 2017 only
Promo code: MALAYA
Happy Independence Day, kababayans!
P80 discount on ONE (1) ride
valid from June 12 to 15, 2017 only
Promo code: QUICKRIDE
P40 discount on three (3) rides on fares less than P70
valid from June 08 to 11, 2017 only
Promo code: AK40
P40 discount on three (3) rides
valid from June 08 to 09, 2017 only
Promo code: ANGKAS50
P50 discount on two (2) rides
valid from June 05 to 11, 2017 only
Promo code: FORTYOFF
P40 discount on three (3) rides
valid from May 29 to June 4, 2017 only
Grab promo codes
Did you know that you get double GrabRewards points when you pay using GRABPAY instead of cash? It’s true!
Level up faster when you use your Debit or Credit card or Grab Credits to pay for your booking. I am just a few rides away from GOLD myself which means:
priority access to new features
preferential pricing for ride rewards
access to exclusive rewards from partners
Whether you need a private car or are willing to share your ride, Grab has promo codes guaranteed to perk you up.
Promo code: CBD50
This promo code is valid to 15,000 daily redemptions only.
50% discount up to P100
use on two (2) GRAB rides on June 27 to 29, 2017 from 9am to 5pm only
use with GRABSHARE, GRABCAR, GRABCAR PREMIUM, and GRABCAR 6-SEATER rides
valid for credit card, debit card, and Grabpay credits transactions only
Promo code: WEEKEND120
This promo code is valid for the first 20,000 daily redemptions only.
P60 discount
use on two (2) GRAB rides on June 24 to 26, 2017 only
use with GRABSHARE, GRABCAR, GRABCAR PREMIUM, and GRABCAR 6-SEATER rides
valid for credit card, debit card, and Grabpay credits transactions only
Promo code: MIDDAY50
This promo code is valid for the first 20,000 daily redemptions only.
P50 discount
use on one (1) GRAB ride on June 21, 2017 up to 5pm only
use on one (1) GRAB ride on June 14, 2017 up to 5pm only
use with GRABSHARE, GRABCAR, GRABCAR PREMIUM, and GRABCAR 6-SEATER rides
Promo code: WEEKEND100
This promo code is valid for the first 20,000 daily redemptions only.
P50 discount
use on two (2) GRAB rides on June 17 to 18, 2017 only
use with GRABSHARE, GRABCAR, GRABCAR PREMIUM, and GRABCAR 6-SEATER rides
valid for credit card, debit card, and Grabpay credits transactions only
Promo code: SUPERCHARGED
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY from Grab and Megaworld Lifestyle malls!
P50 discount
use on GRAB rides travelling to and from Venice Grand Canal from June 16 to 18, 2017 only
use with GRABSHARE, GRABCAR, GRABCAR PREMIUM, and GRABCAR 6-SEATER rides
Promo code: EXPERIENCEDIVERSITY
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY from Grab and Megaworld Lifestyle malls!
P50 discount
use on GRAB rides travelling to and from Eastwood City from June 16 to 18, 2017 only
use with GRABSHARE, GRABCAR, GRABCAR PREMIUM, and GRABCAR 6-SEATER rides
Promo code: DM3ATLCM
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY from Grab and Megaworld Lifestyle malls!
P50 discount
use on GRAB rides travelling to and from Lucky Chinatown Mall from June 16 to 18, 2017 only
use with GRABSHARE, GRABCAR, GRABCAR PREMIUM, and GRABCAR 6-SEATER rides
Promo code: SMDADSDAYSALE
Use this promo code when travelling to and from SM City Sta. Mesa this Father’s Day weekend
P50 discount
use on GRABCAR rides travelling to and from SM City from June 16 to 18, 2017 only
use with GRABCAR, GRABCAR PREMIUM, and GRABCAR 6-SEATER rides
Promo code: SHARE
30% discount up to P100
use on one (1) GRABSHARE ride on June 15, 2017 only
20% discount up to P100
use on one (1) GRABSHARE ride from June 07 to 08, 2017 only
use on one (1) GRABSHARE ride from June 05 to 06, 2017 only
Promo code: GOSHARE
This promo code is valid for the first 7,000 redemptions only
30% discount up to P100
use on one (1) GRABSHARE ride on June 13, 2017 up to 11:59pm only
Promo code: MALAYA
Happy Independence Day, kababayans!.
valid from June 12 to 16, 2017 only
use with GRABSHARE, GRABCAR, GRABCAR PREMIUM, and GRABCAR 6-SEATER rides
Promo code: 5THANNIV
Let’s thank our tireless drivers by giving the a P50 tip … charged to Grab, not you!.
valid from June 11 to 12, 2017 only
use with GRABSHARE, GRABCAR, GRABCAR PREMIUM, and GRABCAR 6-SEATER rides
Promo code: FREEDOM120
Happy Independence Day, pinoys! A special promo valid for the first 10,000 rides per day awaits you this weekend.
P60 discount off two (2) GRAB rides from June 10 to 12, 2017 only
use with GRABSHARE, GRABCAR, GRABCAR PREMIUM, and GRABCAR 6-SEATER rides
valid for Grabpay credits, debit cards and credit cards only
Promo code: FREEDOM140
Happy Independence Day, pinoys! A special promo valid for the first 10,000 rides per day awaits you this weekend.
P70 discount off two (2) GRAB rides from June 09 to 12, 2017 only
use with GRABSHARE, GRABCAR, GRABCAR PREMIUM, and GRABCAR 6-SEATER rides
valid for Grabpay credits, debit cards and credit cards only
Promo code: MIDDAY
P40 discount
use on one (1) GRABSHARE ride on June 08, 2017 up to 5pm only
Promo code: SHAREMIDDAY
P40 discount
use on one (1) GRABSHARE ride on June 08, 2017 up to 5pm only
Promo code: GRABTRAVELOKA
Get the chance to win P100,000 Traveloka credits with this promo code
Haven’t tried Angkas yet? If motorcycle rides don’t scare you then it is the perfect time to try this ridesharing service.
Grab was, thankfully, not greatly affected by the ban of LTFRB so we still had a ridesharing option last August. Phew!
Earlier today I was booking a Grab home and my screen showed three cars in the vicinity. For almost 30 minutes I tried to get a ride repeatedly and each time I saw the same three names appear on my screen in rotation and none of them would accept my fare. How frustrating!
With no other choice I opted to keep tapping my finger on the app until I could get a ride with Grab. My only consolation being that since I was at a hotel then at least I was waiting in comfort.
Why ride a broom when you can ride in comfort this rainy month of July by taking Angkas, Grab, and Uber rides instead.
It’s back to school and back to figuring out ways to save on travel expenses. Here’s an idea … carpool!
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