Drivers and operators are demanding an increase in fares from platforms and government support for fuel. The workers are also expressing their opposition to the intention of taxis to operate as TVDE services.
TVDE drivers and operators to protest on Wednesday
Monday, 27 April 2026RSS
Context & Explainers
TVDE refers to app‑based private‑hire ride services; the acronym stands for Transporte em Veículos Descaracterizados a partir de Plataforma Eletrónica and covers drivers working for platforms like Uber and Bolt. Drivers are using temporary app shutdowns as a protest over what they say is inadequate regulation and working conditions, so commuters who rely on ride‑hailing during peak hours should expect possible service disruptions next week.
