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Students often rely on cabs or ride-hailing services to commute to campus, home, or other destinations. However, current ride-hailing platforms frequently have long wait times, especially for long-distance trips or during peak hours, leading to delays, missed classes, and increased stress. This problem is more pronounced for students traveling from distant areas or during late hours when quick transportation is critical for safety and punctuality.

Ride-hailing apps can take a significant amount of time to match and dispatch rides, particularly for long-distance trips, causing inconvenience. Limited options or delayed pickups in less busy or remote areas, affecting student safety and reliability.
Price surges and lack of affordable options for extended travel, putting a strain on student budgets.
Current apps are generic and do not cater to the unique needs of students, such as safety features tailored for campus travel. Limited in-app safety controls or quick assistance options during long or late-night trips.

Students who need quick, reliable, and affordable cab services for campus and beyond.Universities can promote safer, more punctual transportation options, improving student satisfaction and safety.Community ensures equitable access to transportation, especially for students in remote or underserved areas.Service providers ride-hailing companies can expand their market by offering specialized campus services.

I want to improve student safety, punctuality, and affordability. As a dayscholar student, I face these transportation challenges . It often takes a long time for cabs to arrive, especially when I need to travel long distances to and from campus. During peak hours or late at night, the wait times become even longer. Because of these ongoing experiences, I understand how frustrating and inconvenient it can be to rely on current ride services that aren’t tailored to students’ needs. I want a solution that makes booking a cab faster, more reliable, and affordable I believe fixing it will make a real difference for students like me every day.

To address these issues, I envision developing a dedicated EazyMobility app or integrating specialized features within existing ride-hailing platforms that prioritize quick and reliable booking for students. The app would include options for pre-scheduling long-distance rides in advance, ensuring students can plan their trips without last-minute delays. It would also utilize optimized dispatch algorithms to reduce wait times, especially during peak hours or for remote areas. Real-time tracking and live updates would keep students informed about their cab’s location and estimated arrival time, providing peace of mind. Additionally, safety features like emergency buttons, driver verification, and in-ride alerts would enhance security during late-night or long-distance trips. To make these rides affordable, the platform could offer campus-specific discounts or subsidies, making reliable transportation accessible to all students. Partnering with ride-hailing companies, local transit authorities, and campus organizations would further ensure the service is dependable, cost-effective, and tailored to the unique needs of students.