During Mobility Month 2025, the Western Cape Department of Mobility highlighted that 60 percent of passenger vehicles during peak hours have only one occupant. Most of Cape Town’s morning traffic jams are filled with single-driver vehicles, while thousands of empty seats travel the roads unnecessarily. This statistic underlines the inefficiency of our current commuting patterns and the lost opportunity for safer, more affordable, and convenient travel.
Across South Africa, travel is becoming increasingly costly and stressful. Fuel prices remain high, often exceeding R25 per litre, while public transport fares, including rail and taxis, continue to rise after years of stagnation. Traffic congestion in major cities like Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban continues to increase with growing private car ownership. For many, commuting has become a drain on both finances and time, highlighting the need for smarter solutions.
Sharing a vehicle with others has a direct impact on both cost and congestion. For example, if three people share a car from Bellville to the CBD, fuel and toll expenses can drop by up to 65 percent per passenger. Beyond savings, shared rides reduce traffic volume and help lower carbon emissions. Mobility Month 2025 emphasizes that using existing vehicle capacity more efficiently is a practical way to ease congestion.
How CrabaRide Makes Carpooling Easy
At CrabaRide, our mission is simple: Safe. Affordable. Convenient. We provide South Africa’s first WhatsApp-first carpooling platform, designed for verified long-distance and intercity travel.
Verified Users and Ratings
Every driver and passenger is identity-checked and rated, ensuring that you travel with trusted individuals rather than random strangers.
Transparent Pricing
Our platform calculates fair cost-splits per route. You always know your cost upfront, avoiding hidden fees or surprises.
WhatsApp and Facebook Integration
Booking and coordinating rides is simple via WhatsApp and Facebook, tools you likely already use every day. Visit crabaride.co.za/how-it-works to see how the system works.
Focus on South African Routes
CrabaRide supports the routes that matter most, including Cape Town to George, Durban to Johannesburg, and Polokwane to Pretoria. Long-distance carpooling offers both financial savings and a more enjoyable travel experience.
Why Shared Travel is Beneficial
- Lower travel costs: Split fuel and tolls among passengers.
- Reduced emissions: Fewer cars on the road help the environment.
- Less stress: Sharing driving responsibilities makes journeys easier.
- Enhanced safety: Verified users ensure accountability and trust.
Every shared ride strengthens a sustainable travel culture in South Africa — and keeps money in your pocket.
How to Start Carpooling Today
- Visit crabaride.co.za/rides.
- Post your route or browse available rides.
- Coordinate details via WhatsApp.
- Enjoy a safe, affordable, convenient trip.
Traffic congestion in Cape Town and across South Africa is unlikely to disappear soon. However, sharing rides through CrabaRide provides a practical solution to reduce costs, save time, and travel more sustainably. Instead of sitting alone behind the wheel, choose verified carpooling for your next journey.
Find your next ride now via WhatsApp or at crabaride.co.za/rides — Safe. Affordable. Convenient.
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