Lalamove launches new ride-hailing service, Lalamove Ride

Lalamove Ride is the latest entry in Malaysia’s competitive ride-hailing market, offering residents in Klang Valley a new 24/7 transportation option with affordable and transparent pricing.

The service, accessible via the existing Lalamove app, enables users to book rides just as they would schedule deliveries, creating a seamless experience for its customers.

Announced last week across Lalamove’s blog and social media channels, Lalamove Ride promises professional drivers and a streamlined booking process.

“If you’re familiar with Lalamove’s faster and cost-effective delivery service, it’s time to explore our latest offering,” the company said in a recent statement.

Lalamove: Simple integration for drivers and users

In launching Lalamove Ride, Lalamove has provided its car drivers with a straightforward option to integrate ride-hailing alongside delivery services within the same app.

This diversification allows drivers to cater to both delivery and transportation requests, increasing their earning opportunities by meeting the evolving needs of the local market.

Jane Teh, Managing Director of Lalamove Malaysia, highlighted the benefits of the service: “Lalamove’s new ride-hailing services address the transportation challenges faced by commuters in Malaysia’s Klang Valley.

To access the service, existing Lalamove users can simply tap the “Ride” tab in the app, enter their destination, and select their pick-up time.

Currently, the service offers only one vehicle option—sedans—but the company hinted that the interface and options may evolve as Lalamove Ride grows.

A growing ride-hailing market in Malaysia

As Lalamove Ride enters the Klang Valley market, it joins an increasingly crowded space of 34 registered e-hailing services in Malaysia.

The move follows a recent announcement by European e-hailing platform Bolt, which also launched in Klang Valley, underscoring the competitive landscape.

With Lalamove now providing both ride-hailing and delivery options, users benefit from an additional choice that may encourage competitive pricing and improved service standards in the ride-hailing market.

Although Lalamove Ride is still new, the presence of another player provides increased flexibility and potential cost savings for passengers.

For now, Lalamove Ride is exclusively available in Klang Valley, and it remains to be seen how widely it will be adopted.

While the app interface isn’t as detailed as some competitors, Lalamove has expressed confidence in the service’s potential to expand its user base and attract more drivers.

The company’s approach of combining ride-hailing and delivery within one platform could set it apart, especially for users seeking convenience and efficiency.

Lalamove app can be downloaded here.