Does bolt have vans?

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Yes, Bolt offers a specific category for larger groups or extra luggage often labeled as "Bolt XL" or "Van" in many of the 600+ cities where it operates. These vehicles are typically minivans or large multi-purpose vehicles (MPVs) capable of carrying up to 6 passengers. In 2026, the availability of this category depends strictly on the local market; for example, it is a standard option in major hubs like London, Tallinn, and Lagos, but may not be available in smaller towns. When you open the Bolt app and enter your destination, you can scroll through the available vehicle types to see if "XL" or "Van" is listed. It is a peer-to-peer "pro-tip" that these larger vehicles are in high demand during peak times or at airports, so if you are traveling with a group, booking a few minutes earlier than usual can help ensure a van is available for your party.

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Can Bolt take 4 passengers? - A 4 passenger vehicle may only carry 1 passenger; - A 6 passenger vehicle may only carry 2 passengers; - A 8 passenger vehicle may only carry 3 passengers. The ride-hailing company is also encouraging passengers in Gauteng and Cape Town to use the Bolt Isolated ride-type.

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The Bolt seats five, and cloth upholstery and six-way manually adjustable front seats come standard. Optional features include heated front seats, a leather-wrapped heated steering wheel, leather-trimmed upholstery and a rear center armrest.

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Bolt's main advantage is the lower fees and commissions. The company charges 15 per cent commissions to its drivers – almost half compared to Uber – which means riders can also benefit from cheaper fares. However, don't be too quick to jump in a Bolt car.

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You can see your tips in the ride history in the app. Information on tips received is also available in balance, monthly tax and orders CSV reports which you can find in the Driver Portal. If a rider gives you a tip, you will get a push notification about it.

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100% of your tip will be sent to the driver. They earned it! The option to tip your Bolt driver as appreciation for their excellent service will be available for up to 15 minutes after your ride has ended. Bolt's in-app tipping feature works with in-app payments only.

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As of Sep 25, 2023, the average hourly pay for a Bolt Driver in the United States is $17.76 an hour. While ZipRecruiter is seeing hourly wages as high as $28.61 and as low as $8.65, the majority of Bolt Driver wages currently range between $14.18 (25th percentile) to $19.23 (75th percentile) across the United States.

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If a driver fails the selfie verification, their account is permanently blocked and they can never use the Bolt app again, warns the company.

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The XL category on the Bolt app provides cars that fit up to 6 passengers.

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Yes! Refer a friend to Bolt and you can earn free rides when they book a trip using your referral code. The more friends you refer, the more free rides you can get.

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