Why your ₱150 ride suddenly costs ₱500: The real economics of surge pricing | ANC

ANC Digital: Ever wondered where that “extra fare” really goes? ANC's Raine Musngi breaks down the algorithms, commission wars, and regulatory battles behind ride-hailing prices in Manila — and why surge pricing became big business in 2025.

Note: InDrive has removed its price-haggling feature. It allows riders to choose the vehicle with the lowest fare.

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