Beyond the Wheel: Splend On-Demand News - April 2020

Welcome to our April 2020 summary of On-Demand News, where we compile the latest updates in ridesharing and PCO driving to keep you informed and ahead of the curve. Here’s a look at what unfolded in April!

PHV licences are extended for 6 months

TfL announced that PHV licences which have expired, or are due to expire between 23 March 2020 and 30 June 2020 (inclusive) will remain licensed for six months.

The six-month period will be applied from the date the car licence is due to expire. For example, if a licence is due to expire on 15 April 2020, it will remain licensed until 15 October 2020.

London's most popular rideshare apps

At Splend we encourage our customers to sign up to multiple rideshare apps. That way you can increase your exposure and your chances to receive ride requests.

Here's a comparison between the most popular rideshare apps in London, with all the pros and cons.

Top-up opportunities

In these times of low demand, you can use your car to do courier work such as parcel- or food deliveries. Uber just launched the Work Hub, and platforms like Amazon Flex or Beelivery are looking for drivers. Check out our list of the most popular delivery apps in London.