In a move aimed at further strengthening its commitment to the experience and convenience of its users, Careem, the region’s leading ride-hailing service, today announced that it is now been integrated with Google Maps. The service is currently available on Android and iOS to users inthe UAE and will be rolled out in Jordan and across other markets in the region in the coming weeks.
The integration of Careem’s services with Google Maps means a faster ride-hailing experience for users of both apps. For thosesearching for directions with Google Maps, a simple tap on the Careem ride-hailing icon on the far right will reveal the closest available Careem cars, along with the expected pick-up time and fare estimate for a ride to their selected destination. At this point, users will have the option to open the Careem app and confirm their booking, with their pick-up and drop-off details automatically transferring to the Careem app.
“As the go-to app for directions and navigation, Google Maps is an extremely popular service, and integrating Careem within the app means users can now take advantage of the benefits of both apps simultaneously. This translates into a seamless and uninterrupted ride-hailing experience for our customersthat willtime and effort and maximize their convenience,” said Wael Nafee, VP of Product at Careem.
“We are deeply passionate about simplifying people’s lives by using the power of technology and building creative alliances, and we remain dedicated to this mission by continuously innovating and rolling out leading-edge transportation solutions for our users,” he added.
About Careem
Careem is the region’s leading app-based car service that provides reliable, safe, convenient, and affordable transportation choices. Customers can book a car through the Careem app, on the website, or by calling a call center. Offering a more accessible, high-quality transport option that operates on a real-time platform, Careem is a pioneering company in the region’s nascent “sharing economy;”its mission is to make people’s lives simpler by revolutionizing the transportation and logistics industry in the region. Established in Dubai in July 2012, Careem operates in 52 cities in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, Turkey, and Pakistan. In Jordan, it operates in and around Amman, Irbid, and Zarqa, and throughout the rest of the region in major cities such as Abu Dhabi, Alexandria, Beirut, Cairo, Casablanca, Dammam, Doha, Dubai, Jeddah, Kuwait, and Riyadh.