Ride-hailing giant Grab and motorcycle taxi platform MOVE IT have rolled out an emergency support program for drivers as surging fuel prices threaten the earnings of thousands of transport workers across the Philippines.
The companies said the initiative provides fuel discounts, earnings protection and policy coordination with government agencies as global oil markets remain volatile following heightened tensions in the Middle East.
Ronald Roda, managing director of Grab Philippines, said in a statement that the program aims to shield driver-partners from rising operating costs while maintaining reliable service for commuters.
“Our immediate priority is to help ensure that our drivers continue to earn viably and fairly for their families, while preserving service reliability for passengers,” Roda said, noting that higher pump prices are squeezing drivers who shoulder fuel costs daily.
The support package rests on three key pillars.
First, drivers can access fuel discounts of up to P4 per liter through partnerships with fuel retailers including Seaoil, Caltex and Blu Energy at participating stations nationwide.
In addition, nearly 20,000 eligible drivers will receive a P3-per-liter rebate when refueling through the Grab Finance Shell Fuel Card starting March 16.
Second, the companies are introducing earnings protection measures to cushion drivers from income volatility. These include commission rebates for GrabCar drivers and a P3 spot bonus per completed delivery for motorcycle couriers serving the GrabFood platform.
For motorcycle taxi riders, MOVE IT is launching “Power Pasada,” a support program that offers fuel allowances and peak-hour incentives to help offset rising fuel expenses.
Finally, both platforms said they are coordinating with government agencies and transport groups to ensure driver-partners are included in broader fuel assistance programs as the oil price shock continues.
Grab said fair earnings are critical to keeping drivers on the road—especially as more Filipino households may turn to shared mobility to cope with the rising cost of driving private vehicles amid the oil price surge.
