Bolt (Taxify) Car Requirements and Driver Consideration

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Monday, August 16, 2021 at 5:07 PM • by
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As Taxify rebrands to Bolt intending to revolutionise travel options, convenience and com-
fort continue to be on the forefront. The e-hailing app has brought much ease for trav-
ellers in South Africa, leading to thousands of clients locally. Interestingly, most drivers
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Working for the company grants you the opportunity of becoming your boss to earn more. Image: @bolt_southafrica
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One can use the Bolt app to request a cab or personal driver from their preferred location. The
best part is that with Bolt (Taxify), you can become your boss and earn more to meet your needs.
Some of the cities where the Taxify app operates include Johannesburg, Durban, Port Elizabeth,
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Some Bolt driver requirements in South Africa are in place if you consider becoming a driver
with the company. Nevertheless, to start your journey with Taxify and join their drivers' list, there
are a few sign-up processes that you must complete personally as a driver and for the car.
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A valid driver's license or professional driving permit
Provide the vehicle or vehicles details and contact details of the driver on the platform
Proof of the vehicle certificate registration
A valid vehicle inspection report

A motor vehicle license disc with operator card from the Licensing Department
Proof of comprehensive insurance (Inclusive of a five million Rands passenger liability)

Third-party property damage
A minimum of 50,000 Rands for personal accident cover for each car passenger
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Once you have all those set, a few other things to do include the following:
Complete an online training session
Your username will be sent as a message

Create a personal password after getting the message
Submit your fingerprints
Which are the accepted Bolts model cars?

There are standard Bolt car requirements when it comes to the type of cars accepted by the
company. However, some requirements differ in each city. The general requirements for their ve-
hicles are:
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Bolt eases the stress of getting a ride for its users. Photo: @bolt_southafrica
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It must have gone for less than 100,000kms
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At the same time, there are five categories of their rides, and the vehicle requirements vary.
Below are the categories and their vehicular requirements:
Requirements for cars to be used in urban cities
Bolt Go
The car’s model should be 2010 and above with 4-door hatchbacks
The car should be a 4-door sedan, and the model should be between 2010 and 2012
It must be either six or seven seaters SUV
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The car must be a Sedan or SUV, and the model must be 2013 upwards
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The car should be a six to seven-seater and have a model of 2013 and above
Bolt Van
The car to be used must be eight to 11 seaters, and the model should be 2013 upwards
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Bolt Premium
The cars are usually luxury Sedans and SUVs and should be between six and 11 seaters
Requirements for cars to be used in remote cities
Only the Bolt Classic, Bolt Go, and Bolt XL categories are available in these cities, and they
have different vehicular requirements, including the following:
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Bolt Classic
The car should be a six to 11 seater Sedan or SUV and have a model of 2010 and above
Bolt Go
The vehicle should be a hatchback with four doors and be a 2010 model and above
Bolt XL
The car should be a six to seven-seater vehicle with a model of 2010 upwards
Which models are accepted for Taxify Premium in Johannesburg?

The vehicle must be a 2010 model or newer
Qualified SUVs or four-door sedans
The vehicle must have less than 100 000kms on the clock
The car must pass the Bolt 45 point inspection or have an AVTS or Dekra certification
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How do I become a Bolt driver in South Africa?

There are a few quick Taxify driver requirements in South Africa that every potential driver must
note. Once you meet all the stipulated conditions and provide the records, you need to do the
following:
Sign up on their official platform to create a driver's account.
Upload all the vital documents, including your car documents, during the sign-up process.
Doing so ensures that your application does not take too long to be processed.
Upon successful completion of the application, you will receive an email regarding the upcom-
ing training and the process of signing up for the same.
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There are standard car requirements when it comes to the type of cars accepted by the company. Photo: @bolt_southafrica
Source: UGC
Training is conducted in the various Bolt offices, including Cape Town and Johannesburg. In
cities such as Garden Route, Durban, Pretoria, Pietermaritzburg, and East London, you do not
have to attend the training physically; you can have it remotely and go through a 10-minute test.
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Once you pass the training, their representatives will have your vehicle checked up, especially for
car models before 2013, to ensure they meet the vehicle requirements.
So, how long does it take to become a Bolt driver? Once your account is ready, which is between
one and three days, you can start your new job.
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Taxify's rates are fair and favourable. Keep in mind that there are no hidden fees or monthly
charges, except for a 23% average commission on drives, including
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Drivers who are due to receive a payout get funded during the first half of the week. However, de-
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You can contact Bolt South Africa anytime in case you have further clarifications to make.
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