Didi Fires 300,000 Drivers After Multiple Murders Last Year

The safety measure is the latest in a series of steps that the company has taken to improve passenger security.

by Jesse Pottinger, 03 July 2019

Photo of 'Child's Severed Finger' at Shanghai Playground Goes Viral

Turns out it wasn't actually a child's finger... but still.

by Urban Family, 20 March 2019

Didi Rolls Out New Rules For Drunk Passengers

The new rules will be tested in Shenzhen before being rolled out throughout the rest of China.

by Bryan Grogan, 17 December 2018

Didi Now Allows Passengers and Drivers to Block Each Other

Yet another safety feature from Didi.

by Urban Family, 22 October 2018

More Illuminated Zebra Crossings Appear in Shanghai

The traffic safety system has been installed at 10 intersections across the city,

by Urban Family, 09 October 2018

Didi Resumes Late-Night Service with Increased Safety Measures  

Only time will tell if their latest safety measures prove to be enough.

by Ryan Gandolfo, 15 September 2018

Didi is Now Recording Audio on All Rides

All Didi rides are now recorded using an in-car audio recording function in the wake of murders of two female passengers.

by Tom Smith, 11 September 2018

Panic Button Upgrade Coming to Didi in Response to Recent Murders

Due to the app upgrades, Didi’s late night car services will be suspended from September 8 to 14.

by Nassir Ali, 07 September 2018

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