As fuel prices continue to climb, Grab Philippines is rolling out a nationwide resilience strategy to help ease the burden on its driver- and rider-partners while reinforcing long-term stability in the country’s transport sector.
“We recognize the growing pressure on our partners due to rising fuel costs,” said Ronald Roda, Grab Philippines Managing Director. “Our priority is to provide immediate, targeted support, while also contributing to long-term efforts to make Philippine transport more resilient, stable, and less vulnerable to external volatility.”
As part of its platform-wide response, Grab is launching a Fuel Resilience Package tailored for its most active driver and rider partners. This includes exclusive fuel discounts through partner stations, along with optimized trip-matching via GrabMaps and in-app tools that promote fuel-efficient driving.
Grab is also in discussion with the Department of Transportation (DOTr) to explore targeted fuel subsidies for transport network vehicle service (TNVS) and motorcycle taxi drivers, including the use of GrabPay.
The company emphasized that helping partners manage costs is key to maintaining affordable mobility for users. Existing features such as GrabCar Saver and GrabUnlimited—a monthly subscription for ride and delivery savings—remain in place to offer budget-friendly options to passengers.
Looking ahead, Grab is investing in electric mobility as part of its long-term strategy. The company recently launched its GrabTaxi Electric fleet in Metro Manila, with plans to expand nationwide. In collaboration with EV manufacturers and government stakeholders, Grab is working to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles across its ride-hailing network.
“This is about future-proofing Philippine mobility,” said Roda.“We’ve long relied on our fuel and energy partners to keep the country moving. As global conditions grow more complex, we also see the value in broadening our approach – combining traditional and alternative solutions to provide drivers and commuters with greater long-term stability.”
