This partnership will see SMAS gain access to Tribecar's cutting-edge car-sharing technologies and expertise, which it intends to expand and trial by 2025.
The car sharing platform has sponsored two booths for a host of charitable organisations at the 2023 Ramadan Bazaar at Geylang Serai.
The acquisition of Popular Rent a Car brings an additional 400 cars to the Tribecar group, along with Whizzcar which is serviced under Popular Rent a Car.
The rates offered on both car sharing platforms will hold for now, although there are plans to synchronise them in the future.
As the rental market heats up, Tribecar flounders amid fierce competition, user complaints and alleged cash flow issues.
Licensed drivers under 23 years of age or with less than two years of driving experience are able to rent out an introductory fleet of cars from Tribecar.
New ultra short-term car rental service Tribecar allows hirers to offer paid rides and could be another rival to taxi companies.