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ShareWay

ShareWay

My idea: ShareWay

Problem it Solves: Students at universities spend a significant amount of money and time on daily commuting. Many take separate autos or cabs even if they’re traveling in the same direction. This not only raises costs but also increases wait times, adds to traffic congestion, and poses safety concerns for students commuting late or alone.

Current Market Gap: Popular ride-hailing apps like Ola or Uber are not designed for short, repetitive, hyperlocal commutes between campus and nearby neighborhoods. They are often too expensive for students, unreliable during peak class timings, and don’t leverage the trust factor of traveling with known peers. What’s missing is a low-cost, campus-centered mobility solution that’s safe, simple, and community-driven.

My Solution: A Campus Ride-Sharing App that matches students traveling along the same route. Features include:

  • Smart Matching: Students heading in the same direction get grouped to share autos, cabs, or even bike rides.

  • Cost Splitting: Fares are automatically divided among riders, saving up to 50–70% of commute costs.

  • Safety First: Only verified students from the same university can join, with ID-based sign-ups and optional SOS features.

  • Convenience: Real-time ride requests and scheduled rides for early classes, late evenings, or events.

Who Benefits:

  • Students → save money, reduce commute stress, and feel safer traveling with peers.

  • Parents → peace of mind knowing rides are limited to verified campus members.

  • Campus Community → less traffic at the gates, fewer parking problems, and a more sustainable commute culture.

Business Model:

  1. Pilot Phase (Free): Start as a student-only app/WhatsApp integration to validate usage.

  2. Scale-Up: Small service fee per pooled ride (₹5–₹10 per rider).

  3. Expansion: Partnerships with local auto unions/cab drivers for guaranteed availability.

  4. Premium Features: Priority bookings, group ride scheduling, or “subscription packs” for daily commuters.

Why This Matters to Me: As a student, I’ve seen friends overspend on commuting and even miss classes because of transport issues. This idea combines affordability, safety, and sustainability while creating a stronger sense of community. It’s not just about cheaper rides; it’s about making campus life smoother and more connected.

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  • ShareWay smartly makes student commutes safer, cheaper, and more connected. Love the community focus!
  • Love this idea! 🚀 A campus-focused ride-sharing solution is exactly what students need affordable, safe, and community-driven. Excited to see how this could transform daily commutes and campus life 👏
  • Brooo this is exactly what we need 😭 I spend half my pocket money on cabs. Count me in for beta testing!
  • Sharing rides + saving money + safer late-night commutes? Man, this is a game-changer for us.
  • Brilliant idea Maulik—ShareWay is a game-changer for safe, affordable, and community-driven campus commuting!
  • A smart and student-friendly idea that makes commuting cheaper and safer. It fills the gap that big ride-hailing apps miss for campus travel.
  • It's a good idea for navigation
  • That’s a really practical idea—ShareWay makes campus commutes cheaper, safer, and more community-driven by helping students share rides with peers.
  • That’s a really thoughtful idea! The biggest pros are that it helps students save money and time, reduces traffic congestion, and increases safety by letting them travel with peers. It also fills the gap left by costly ride-hailing apps like Ola and Uber for short, campus-based commutes. With proper planning and security features, this could become a very impactful campus solution.
  • This idea makes so much sense because so many of us end up paying extra or waiting forever even though we’re literally going the same way. The campus-only part is smart too, feels way safer than random ride apps.

    Would be cool if there’s also an option for “daily regular routes” so people don’t have to keep posting every single day. Overall, super relatable and honestly something I’d actually use.
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