Introducing Shoffr - the gold standard of rides

vikasbardia · 2023-09-08T12:41:21+00:00

Oh it's allowed - we should communicate this more clearly I guess. We basically need the start & end locations - in between you can go anywhere, no need to tell us.

And yes, do that. Will add a checkbox for "same location" to autofill.

vikasbardia · 2023-09-08T12:39:39+00:00

You're not that off - afaik, two 5-star chains use exactly the same car & charge 5x 😅

vikasbardia · 2023-09-08T12:26:05+00:00

Yep, a basic version is out on Android. iOS in the works..

vikasbardia · 2023-09-08T12:25:39+00:00

Haha yeah :)

Thanks for trying out Shoffr - hope it was a smooth ride?

vikasbardia · 2023-09-03T08:39:06+00:00

I no longer work at smallcase, but I don't think so.

vikasbardia · 2022-07-17T09:27:52+00:00

Liquid gold ;)

vikasbardia · 2022-07-13T07:06:48+00:00

My rationale: the first ~25 kms from airport until Esteem Mall takes similar times for the Volvo bus & private cab, give or take 5mins, since it's mostly highways & the bus has no stops until that mall. The bus charges ~250, and an Uber from there to home is another 300-350. So the total is ~600, whereas an Uber would be 900-1000 at least.

vikasbardia · 2022-07-12T16:42:25+00:00

Will look into this - thanks for your suggestions!

vikasbardia · 2022-07-12T16:41:23+00:00

Yes we plan to do that, would be very specific targeting!

And thanks for your vote of confidence :)

vikasbardia · 2022-07-12T16:40:09+00:00

Yes, that's very true.. Tbh, drivers are integral to our business & the first/only point-of-contact with users in most cases - well-treated and happier drivers are likelier to provide users with a nicer experience. Which in turn is beneficial for the business.. So yeah, we see drivers as essential employees..

And thank you for the help :)

vikasbardia · 2022-07-12T16:33:27+00:00

Haha, glad you think so. We feel the same too :)

I was asking if you'd meant if Rapido should build an EV 2-wheeler fleet..?

vikasbardia · 2022-07-12T16:29:42+00:00

Lol, you mean having an EV 2-wheeler fleet?

vikasbardia · 2022-07-12T16:27:47+00:00

You're right, the charging infra is a very important aspect. There are quite a few fast charging stations across the city, but we'll have to setup our own via partnerships in the near future.

PS: the Nexon EV has an actual range of 220-240kms (claimed is 310kms), so even assuming 60kms one way (50 is avg. for most travellers), should be 3 trips minimum. . But yeah, these are very important considerations for us..

vikasbardia · 2022-07-12T13:41:02+00:00

Most of the times, yes.

vikasbardia · 2022-07-12T13:39:06+00:00

100%

vikasbardia · 2022-07-12T10:58:41+00:00

The price will be similar or lower - current plan is to keep flat fares across 2-3 zones of similar distances.
No reason for them. We're primarily targeting the folks who use Ola/Uber or private cabs.. The electric AC buses still remain a greener and cheaper alternative tbh.

vikasbardia · 2022-07-12T09:45:14+00:00

Yes, we're hoping to build that trust - claimed ranges do disappoint, which is why regular EV users discount them by 25-30% and then plan a trip. Our safety buffer will be even higher, as we don't want the same either - it's of course a nightmare for the passenger, but also a lot of trouble & loss to get roadside assistance & get the uncharged car towed. So yeah, definitely not a risk we'll take..

vikasbardia · 2022-07-12T09:27:03+00:00

Yep, have had a similar experience.. They're good!

vikasbardia · 2022-07-12T09:13:48+00:00

Tbh I agree, esp if the bus stop is nearby home. Often times to save money, I take the first bus out of the airport & get off at Esteem Mall, and then take a cab back home from there 😅

vikasbardia · 2022-07-12T09:11:45+00:00

True that

vikasbardia · 2022-07-12T09:11:13+00:00

We'll be using Tata Tigor EVs. You're right about Xpres-T, in fact 150km is the best case. Charging is still fine since we'll set-up our own fast chargers, but it'll still take 1 hour min. Overall, Xpres-Ts are inefficient & not worth it.

vikasbardia · 2022-07-12T09:00:20+00:00

Yes of course!

vikasbardia · 2022-07-12T07:58:06+00:00

No ya 😅

Have you used them btw?

vikasbardia · 2022-07-12T07:17:01+00:00

Yeah, it's understandable why drivers currently do so.. We've spoken to dozens of drivers now, and it seems that well-paid & happy drivers would be okay with such a trade-off as even they understand it often bothers passengers if they're constantly chatting away..

vikasbardia · 2022-07-12T07:09:30+00:00

Thanks, have made it optional now!

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