PDVL Navigation and Technology

Question 1

What GPS navigation apps are commonly used by PDVL drivers in Singapore?

Accepted Answer

Google Maps, Waze, and the in-app navigation provided by ride-hailing platforms like Grab and Gojek

Answer

Only paper maps are used

Answer

Only LTA's official GPS app

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GPS is not allowed for private hire drivers

Question 2

How should a PDVL driver position their phone/GPS device safely in the vehicle?

Accepted Answer

Mount it securely on a dashboard or windscreen holder at eye level, not obstructing the view, and set the destination before driving

Answer

Hold it in one hand while driving

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Place it on the passenger seat

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Strap it to the steering wheel

Question 3

What should a PDVL driver do if the GPS gives incorrect directions?

Accepted Answer

Use personal knowledge of Singapore's roads to override incorrect GPS directions, inform the passenger of the route change, and report the GPS error

Answer

Follow GPS blindly regardless

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Stop the car and wait for GPS to update

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Cancel the trip immediately

Question 4

What is the importance of understanding Singapore's ERP gantry locations for PDVL drivers?

Accepted Answer

Knowing ERP locations and peak-hour rates helps plan cost-effective routes and provide accurate fare estimates to passengers

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ERP knowledge is not important

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Only taxi drivers need to know ERP locations

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ERP is being abolished

Question 5

How does the ride-hailing app technology work for matching PDVL drivers with passengers?

Accepted Answer

The app uses algorithms considering proximity, driver rating, traffic conditions, and passenger preferences to match the nearest suitable driver

Answer

Passengers call drivers directly

Answer

Drivers choose their own passengers

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Matching is completely random

Question 6

What digital payment methods must PDVL drivers be prepared to accept in Singapore?

Accepted Answer

Multiple payment methods including in-app payment (credit/debit cards), GrabPay, digital wallets, and cash as supported by the platform

Answer

Cash only

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Only cryptocurrency

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Only NETS