How to Book HYPE Transport

Commuting could be stressful at times. Getting a cab or car would take you at least thirty minutes, while car pooling feels like forever before you finally arrive to the destination. Not to mention the heavy traffic especially during rush hours. Despite of these problems, there's always to be grateful for like meeting a courteous driver.

Recently, a newest all Filipino transport network company made its grand launch at SMX in Pasay. HYPE, the latest ride-hailing app was finally introduced to the public during the Hype Fest where drivers, operators, and guests gathered together to know more about this latest addition to taxi, cars, and car pooling services in the Philippines.

HYPE FEST highlighted by the appearance of Piolo Pascual, HYPE ambassador; and the raffling off of various items from the sponsors; and a brand new Toyota Vios to a lucky event-goer.

(L-R) Mitchell Matias (HYPE VP for IT), Jennifer Silan (HYPE COO), Andrea Torres (Guest Performer), Nic Escalante (HYPE President), John Codorniz (HYPE CTO)

How to Book Hype Transport:

First of all you have to download the app on your mobile phone. It's available on Google Play and App Store. Second, create an account and register. Type the location you're going to and the pickup address and choose the type of vehicle you need. Hype offers Sedan, taxi, AUV and SUV. Hype only accepts cash payments as of the moment.

One good thing about Hype is that riders can book even without internet connection. Simply open the app, the system will offer SMS or text messaging service to book a car.

To learn more about HYPE Transport Systems, Inc. visit their website at www.hypetransport.com; and their fan page here.

Since its launch, I've booked Hype three times but I also experienced booking cancellation by the driver from BGC going to Quezon City. There are also days which I find them more expensive compared to other TVNS. I also hope that they will work on adding more locations. I tried booking for Contis Trinoma and Adidas in Uptown Mall in BGC but these locations are not yet to be found by the app.

Congratulations to HYPE for its successful launch. Looking forward to riding Hype more often.