Careem expands Flexi Rides in Karachi after successful trials in other cities

Flexi Ride allows both customers and captains to select their preferred price
A representational image of the Careem campaign. — Supplied
A representational image of the Careem campaign. — Supplied

Careem, the ride-hailing service of Pakistan, on Thursday announced the expansion of it’s ‘Flexi Rides’ services in Karachi, after receiving immense success from the other cities including Islamabad/Rawalpindi, Lahore, Faisalabad and Multan.

Flexi Rides allows you to negotiate and select your desired fares while booking a ride.

Customers would receive a suggested fare, according to the distance of their destination. Once you select the fare, Careem would initiate navigating several captains nearer to you and send your preferred bid. Once the captain accepts your ride, your journey would begin.

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Additionally, Flexi Ride offers multiple categories such as Flexi GO, Flexi GO Mini, Flexi Bikes and Flexi Riksha, works similarly to the preceding marketplace model.

Speaking at the launch event, Careem Pakistan General Manager Imran Saleen said: "We are really excited to bring Flexi Ride to our customers in Karachi, as it has garnered a great response in other cities of Pakistan. The idea behind the service is to give customers the flexibility to choose their own fares, all while offering unparalleled experience and the utmost level of safety.”

“The Flexi Ride has also proven to result in a positive impact on the overall earnings of Captains and offer them flexibility in their work. We are certain that this service will undoubtedly make the experience more convenient and enjoyable for both customers and Captains,” Imran Saleem further added.

The Flexi Ride is certainly an amazing option that offers you a freedom of choice to select your desired fare, ensuring utmost security of customers and captain both.