LagRide adds 400 vehicles for ember months rush

LagRide deploys 400 new vehicles and targets 1,000+ drivers for the Ember Months rush in Lagos, expanding services and availability across the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagride-adds-400-vehicles-for-ember-months-rush/

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LagRide adds 400 vehicles for ember months rush

LagRide has added 400 vehicles to its fleet in Lagos ahead of the 2026 Ember Months rush period. The expansion aims to meet the increased demand for rides, which typically surges during the busy September-to-December period due to business activities, tourism, entertainment, airport traffic, and end-of-year events. The company announced the deployment of the new vehicles during a Driver Mobilisation and Fleet Flag-Off event at the LagRide Centre in Lagos.

The 400-vehicle rollout will be phased to ensure increased availability and reduced waiting times. LagRide currently operates over 2,000 vehicles in Lagos and targets mobilising more than 1,000 additional drivers between now and December. The company is also expanding into new communities and increasing the number of drivers serving existing locations.

LagRide relies on the maintenance infrastructure of CIG Group and GAC Motor to minimize downtime. The expansion is part of the company's efforts to strengthen Lagos' transportation and tourism ecosystem and create opportunities for professional drivers.

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