ANGKAS, the largest motorcycle taxi service in the Philippines, has unveiled a new app that promises faster booking times and cutting-edge features.

Angkas CEO George Royeca said the innovation of the Glow-App can secure 90 percent of bookings within minutes.

New features include enhanced pairing, better maps, seamless cashless transactions, and multiple earnings enhancements for the company's bikers (auto accept, set destination, earnings goals).

An Angkas rider checks his schedule. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

He said these advancements "herald a new era of convenience and job creation" that will highlight Filipino innovation.

Royeca said the enhancements underscore the company's promise to always introduce groundbreaking innovations in transportation.

"The Angkas app is not just an app; it's a pledge to our nation and the world that a Filipino creation is ready to redefine the standards of mobility," Royeca said.

He also noted the "overwhelmingly positive feedback" from their rollouts in Cagayan de Oro and Cebu City.

"Passengers and bikers alike have lauded the app's efficiency and user-friendly features. This resounding approval is a clear indication of our successful journey toward excellence," he said.

Royeca said Angkas remains the "epitome of safety" in motorcycle taxis.

"Our commitment to excellence has established us as the gold standard, with the strictest training protocols that produce the best and safest bikers," he said.

He said the more than 30,000 Angkas riders ensure a 99.997 percent safety rate for every journey, "making them not just the best in the country but also unmatched in the region."

"This dedication to safety and professionalism is unwavering as we continuously strive to uplift the standards of motorcycle taxi services," Royeca said.