GrabBike riders get 2 more weeks to register motos

GrabBike operators will have another two weeks to register their bikes as commercial vehicles under new regulations bringing them in line with traditional motorcycle taxis. 

The popular ride-hailing service announced that the deadline was extended to July 27 to obtain the yellow license plates needed, a hurdle that may cost some their jobs.

Representatives from both the service and regular motorcycle taxis riders met with the Land Transport Department to compromise on a new date to address complaints from many Grab drivers who may soon be out of work due to the new requirements, which include operating out of designated service areas.

“There will definitely be fewer motorists picking up everywhere,” Grab driver Thanee Phothong said. “Now that everyone is assigned to an area, it will be much harder for customers to call in Grabs.”

While GrabBike…