Unexpected Reactions from Ojol Drivers on Grab-Gojek Commission Cut to 8%
A number of online motorcycle taxi (ojol) drivers have given unexpected responses regarding the new 8% application commission for two-wheeled ride-hailing services, set to take effect on 1 July 2026. Both Gojek and Grab Indonesia have confirmed the implementation of a new revenue-sharing scheme of 92% for drivers and 8% for the platform.
CNBC Indonesia spoke with several drivers from both applications to gauge their opinions. The drivers stated they were already aware of the new policy. However, they remain uncertain about how the new revenue-sharing calculation will be applied. They expressed hope that this time the calculation would be more transparent, as they felt the previous scheme often resulted in deductions exceeding the stipulated 20%.
“Hopefully, under the government, there will be oversight. So far, the platforms have operated on their own. Whether the calculation is correct or not, it needs to be more transparent,” said a Gojek driver.
Some drivers reported working more than 10 hours a day to complete 20 to 30 trips, earning around Rp250,000 to Rp300,000 daily. This allows them to cover fuel and meal costs while still taking home some money for their families. Others, however, said they sometimes only manage an average of 10 trips with an income of around Rp100,000. With the new commission cut, they hope to better cover their daily operational expenses.
“Yes, it can more or less cover it,” one driver explained.
Some drivers provided unexpected reactions, stating they do not really care about the size of the application’s commission. Three drivers interviewed said they would continue working as usual, regardless of whether the new cut is implemented next week.
“I leave it up to Grab, whatever they want to lower it to. Our effort is like this, so it is what it is,” a Grab driver remarked.
Other drivers simply hope for a steady flow of orders. “For me personally, the most important thing is that orders are smooth. I don’t have a problem with the commission cut. What matters is earning a living for my wife and children, to pay for school,” said a Gojek driver encountered in South Jakarta.
“The hope is that income can be higher, hopefully it will be more booming,” another Grab driver added.
The announcement of the 92%:8% revenue split was made earlier at the House of Representatives (DPR RI) alongside Deputy Speaker Sufmi Dasco Ahmad. “I, together with the management of GoTo and Grab, have held discussions regarding the implementation of tariffs or commissions for online two-wheeled transportation, which drivers have been waiting for,” Dasco stated.
In official statements, both companies confirmed the 8% commission will be effective from 1 July, specifically for two-wheeled passenger transport services, known as GrabBike and GoRide. “Grab Indonesia announces that the company will begin implementing an 8% revenue share for two-wheeled online taxi passenger transport services, namely GrabBike. This policy will take effect on 1 July 2026,” said Grab Indonesia CEO Neneng Goenadi.
“Starting 1 July 2026, Gojek will implement an 8% application commission for two-wheeled passenger transport services, or GoRide. This is part of our effort to continuously improve the welfare of our online motorcycle taxi driver partners,” stated Catherine Hindra Sutjahyo, Vice President Director and Deputy CEO of GoTo.