Now, book a kaali-peeli taxi through a mobile app

MUMBAI: It is now possible for you to book even a black-and-yellow taxi—at the usual cost—sitting at home with the help of a mobile application. All you need to do is switch on the app and mention your destination. Within 60 seconds, the app will send your request to all registered taxis in a 3-km radius. In the next few minutes, you get an SMS alert with the name and mobile number of the driver
“It will reduce the stress of waiting for a taxi on the road or facing refusals from drivers.Also, you do not spend a single paise extra for using the app and getting the service at your doorstep,” said Anand Subramanian, director (marketing communication) of Olacabs, which has created the app. “We are just a facilitator and don’t charge commission from drivers or commuters. You can book cabs through this app for even short distances, say 2 to 3 km, and pay as per the meter,” he said.
Apparently, there is a similar service called BookMyCab.com which also facilitates online and phone booking for black-and-yellow taxis in city. But they charge a minimum of Rs 100 for a 7-km distance and the fare is as per the meter beyond this distance.The firm will initially provide service between Bandra (W) and Colaba-Cuffe Parade. Each of the registered taxis has a smartphone linked with a GPS tracker.