Ola Launches 'Ola Pro' In Sydney Amidst Coronavirus Outbreak

Ola has launched Ola Pro, a new service to help people who need a super-sanitized rideshare option for travel during the COVID- 19 pandemics.

The Ola Pro trial, which begins today in Sydney, introduces a fleet of specially fitted out cars that provide best in class hygiene and safety standards, apart from a superior in-car experience. It is available for people seeking extra assurance, such as those working with at-risk community members, said the company.

Managing Director of Ola Australia, Simon Smith said: “At Ola, we pride ourselves on providing a safe high-quality experience for all our riders and driver-partners. Today, we take that commitment one step further with the launch of Ola Pro.

Ola Pro is designed to help people looking for some extra peace of mind with a transport option to get them from A to B as safely as possible.”

The new service features vehicles fitted with a transparent plastic barrier separating the driver and rider. The vehicles are sanitised after every trip by drivers and professionally sanitized every week.

Ola drivers have been provided gloves, masks, and cleaning equipment, as well as hand sanitizer to protect their own safety. They will also be regularly temperature checked, to ensure the highest levels of hygiene and service to the rider. Drivers are also undergoing hygiene training to build their skills and to ensure they follow best practices.

Roslyn Slade an Ola Pro driver in Sydney, said: “I want to help people get where they need to go. COVID- 19 really stopped a lot of elderly and at-risk people getting to the shops or to see a doctor. Ola Pro gives them an option which I think is pretty good. I always keep my car clean, but this takes it to another level, and the screen will help my customers and me stay that bit further apart. I would definitely tell people to use the service and I hope they do.”

Ola Pro is now available in Sydney at Ola’s standard rideshare rates with a nominal sanitisation fee of $4.50 to cover the additional cleaning costs involved.