Ground Transportation

A newly-launched express rail service now connects Tokyo to Yamanashi, near the famed Mount Fuji, in just under two hours.

It’s been a ‘rail’ pleasure: From Tokyo to Mount Fuji in two hours flatA new express rail service launched in Japan last week now takes passengers from Tokyo to Mount Fuji in just under two hours.

The first phase of the project will run north-south through the country’s largest metropolis, and is projected to be partially operational by 2022.

Works on first Philippine railway underwayConstruction on the first phase of a 36km underground railway project in Metro Manila began on Wednesday that expects to tackle...

Ride-sharing firm Go-Jek arrives in Thailand, eyes PhilippinesIndonesian ride-sharing firm Go-Jek has launched its services in Thailand and is working to make an entry into the Philippines,...

India's fastest train, the Vande Bharat Express, will connect New Delhi with Varanasi.

India’s fastest train encounters an old problemIndia’s Vande Bharat Express, codenamed Train 18, was flagged off last Friday but ran into unexpected problems - cattle on the...

Chinese bike-sharing startup Ofo has been forced to suspend operations in Singapore and remove all its 25,000 yellow bicycles in the island.

What’s bright yellow and going nowhere in Singapore?Chinese bike-sharing startup Ofo has been forced to halt operations in Singapore after authorities suspended its licence,...

Two new specialist taxi services will roll out early-February, providing child-friendly services as well as those will have to accept passengers regardless of their given destination.

Seoul’s new fleet of special taxis takes the roadIn Seoul, a new class of women-only taxis equipped with child car seats as well as those that will accept passengers regardless...

An icon on Philippine roads to be phased outThe jeepney—the smoke-belching, gaudy mainstay of the Philippine public transportation system for over 70 years—is due to be...

Limitless adventures await on a self-drive holiday

Limitless adventures await on a self-drive holidayGo further on your journey and explore the world at your own pace

Hertz launches videos to guide self-drive travellers

Hertz launches videos to guide self-drive travellersWith the festive season in full swing, many people are planning holidays abroad. For those venturing to Australia and New...

Shangri-La’s Golden Circle members can now earn points with every booking of Blacklane’s premium chauffeured ride service.

Shangri-La goes for a ride with BlacklaneShangri-La Hotels and Resorts has partnered Blacklane to provide premium transportation to its Golden Circle members whenever...