š The Urban Commute Conundrum
Dubai is a city of dreamsābut when it comes to traffic, the reality hits hard.
Every day, thousands of vehicles flood Sheikh Zayed Road, causing endless congestion, skyrocketing fuel costs, and wasted time. With rising Salik tolls, limited parking, and environmental concerns, the pressure on solo drivers is higher than ever.
Yet, almost every car has empty seats.
Thatās not just a missed opportunityāitās a problem begging for innovation.
š Meet POOLÄ: A Smarter Way to Move
POOLÄ is not just a ride-sharing appāit’s a community-driven mobility solution. Built for daily commuters, POOLÄ connects verified drivers and passengers heading in the same direction, offering:
- Cost-sharing on fuel, tolls, and parking
- Eco-conscious travel with fewer cars on the road
- Seamless app-based booking, tracking, and payments
- A community of trusted professionals, not random strangers
Whether you live in Sharjah and work in DIFC, or drive daily from Marina to DeiraāPOOLÄ turns your routine drive into a win-win ride.
š” Why Dubai Needs POOLÄ Now
Dubaiās population is growing, and so is the number of cars. According to the RTA, private vehicles account for over 80% of all traffic in the city. The result?
- Lost productivity: Hours stuck in peak traffic
- Financial burden: Repetitive costs on Salik and fuel
- Environmental damage: CO2 emissions from under-utilized cars
POOLÄ solves this by making carpooling structured, safe, and scalable. Our app is designed for high-density urban areas where infrastructure is world-class, but traffic remains a daily pain point.
š² How It Works
- Register & Verify: Only approved users (corporate employees, professionals, etc.) can join.
- Set Routes: Daily or one-time routes are added by drivers and riders.
- Match & Ride: POOLÄ matches you with others on the same route.
- Split Costs Easily: Fuel and tolls are automatically calculated and split via the app.
All rides are tracked, reviewed, and ratedāmaking safety and convenience a top priority.
š More Than Mobility: A Movement
With POOLÄ, you’re not just saving moneyāyouāre part of a larger sustainability mission. Each ride helps reduce:
- Traffic congestion
- Carbon emissions
- Parking space demand
And yes, youāre also turning acquaintances into networking opportunitiesābecause POOLÄ is social, smart, and sustainable.
š What’s Next?
POOLÄ is beginning its journey in Dubai, but the vision goes far beyond. We aim to expand into:
- Abu Dhabi
- Riyadh
- Doha
- Cairo
- And eventuallyāany city where peak-hour traffic is a shared struggle
As we prepare for our launch and seed round, weāre actively partnering with developers, investors, and community champions to build the future of commutingātogether.
š¬ Final Thoughts
If youāre tired of the daily grind behind the wheel, or just looking for a smarter, greener way to travelāPOOLÄ is for you.
