After a successful launch in Amsterdam, Bolt is now available in Rotterdam. The taxi service is a direct competitor to Uber and differentiates itself by charging their drivers up to 50% less commission than other companies.
ROTTERDAM, 11 March 2021 - As of today you can use the fast-growing European taxi service Bolt in Rotterdam. After a successful launch in Amsterdam and Haarlem in 2020 and recent expansion to 't Gooi and Almere, the company has set its sights on also contributing to the various forms of (micro) mobility in Rotterdam. Rotterdam is the first in what is to be a major expansion to several cities in the Netherlands in 2021.
No need for car ownership
Lars Speekenbrink, country manager in the Netherlands: "Rotterdam is one of the largest cities in the Netherlands with a booming economy. This is therefore a logical next step for Bolt. As we approach the moment when more is possible, access to safe and affordable transport is crucial. By expanding to Rotterdam now, we are committed to offering more choice and good quality, for both passengers and drivers."
Rotterdam is also an interesting city logistically, Speekenbrink says: "Rotterdam The Hague Airport and the Port of Rotterdam are important, major mobility hubs in this city. The hubs play an important role on a business and international level. In addition, an interesting development is taking place in Rotterdam when it comes to (micro) mobility. The city is daring to experiment with different forms of mobility such as shared scooters and various forms of public transport. All these initiatives, of which Bolt is now one, offer the chance to make the city even more accessible without the need for car ownership."
European Uber competitor Bolt expands taxi services to Rotterdam Better deal
Because Bolt operates efficiently and charges its drivers up to 50 per cent less commission than the competition, both drivers and passengers get a better deal. In addition, through the Economy category, Bolt offers rides with 10% lower prices for the same vehicles, making it the most affordable taxi service on the market. In Rotterdam, Bolt is also immediately starting the Protect category, which aims to prevent the possibility of the coronavirus spreading.
