Bolt has rolled out dashboard cameras (dash cams) for its driver partners across Kenya, in a move aimed at enhancing safety and accountability on its e-hailing platform. The initiative, launched in partnership with safety technology provider Driver Technologies Inc., enables drivers to turn their mobile phones into both forward-facing and interior dash cameras, with all footage securely backed up in the cloud. This innovative solution addresses the growing demand for safety while making advanced technology more accessible to drivers.
The dash cam feature allows both drivers and riders to record trips, providing crucial evidence in case of safety incidents. This not only enhances security but also improves accountability and trust between drivers and passengers. Recognizing that cost has often been a barrier to adoption, Bolt has ensured that its driver partners can access premium dash cam services at a heavily discounted rate, including one free month and thereafter at a 75% discount. This initiative demonstrates Bolt’s commitment to making safety tools affordable while empowering its drivers with modern, reliable solutions.
By leveraging cloud storage, the system allows unlimited trip recording, storage, and sharing of footage, which can be critical for resolving disputes, supporting insurance claims, and assisting law enforcement. The dash cam app runs seamlessly in the background without affecting the Bolt app’s functionality, ensuring that drivers can focus on trips while maintaining confidence that every journey is recorded. Driver Technologies also provides IT, data handling, and processing support, ensuring reliable and secure use of the feature.
This partnership complements Bolt’s suite of in-app safety features, which already include Rider Verification, pick-up codes, and Trusted Contacts. With the introduction of dash cams, Bolt continues to strengthen its safety ecosystem for both drivers and riders in Kenya. The initiative highlights the company’s broader mission to leverage technology to improve safety standards, foster accountability, and create greater peace of mind in ride-hailing services.
Bolt Launches Dash Cams for Driver Partners in Kenya
