Are you tired of dealing with Metro Manila’s traffic and the hassle of finding parking when attending important events? Grab has introduced a new solution for you.
Grab, the popular ride-hailing platform, has rolled out a new service in the Philippines named DriveYourCar. This innovative offering allows customers to hire a professional driver to navigate their own vehicle through the city. As of writing, DriveYourCar is in its beta phase and is available exclusively for rides within the National Capital Region (NCR) only.
Understanding Grab’s DriveYourCar service
Grab’s announcement on its superapp highlights the convenience of the service: “Say goodbye to the stress of driving. Let us take the wheel.”
The Grab DriveYourCar service features a tiered pricing structure based on the duration of use required by the customer. The fees for hiring a driver are as follows:
- Php890 for a four (4) hours
- Php1,490 for eight (8) hours
- Php1,990 for twelve (12) hours
These prices reflect the professional fee for the driver’s services and do not include additional expenses such as gas, parking fees, and toll charges.
Customers have the option to book the service one day in advance. It is important to note that a cancellation fee of Php200 is charged if the service is canceled more than two hours after booking.

Safety and security are paramount for Grab, so it assures users that all rides are insured. The service includes accident benefits up to Php500,000 and vehicle coverage reaching Php50,000.
Grab emphasizes that all drivers are thoroughly trained and vetted to ensure passengers’ safety and comfort throughout their trip.
How to book Grab DriveYourCar
For those residing in Metro Manila and eager to try the service, booking DriveYourCar can be done easily through the Grab app. Here’s how:
- Open the Grab app and select the ‘Car’ option on the home screen.
- Look for the banner stating “Hire a driver to drive your car” and tap it.
- Take note that since the service is still in Beta, availability may vary per user.
- Click on “Later” to schedule your booking, select the desired date and time, and enter your pickup location.
- Choose the service duration—four, eight, or twelve hours—that best suits your needs.
- Review your booking details and tap “Schedule Ride” to confirm.
Pretty easy, right? Experience the luxury of being chauffeured in your own car by being among the first to try out Grab’s new DriveYourCar service.