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'02-114 Kakao T Taxi Assistance' service surpasses 150,000 cumulative calls
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'02-114 Kakao T Taxi Assistance' service surpasses 150,000 cumulative calls

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Kakao Mobility's '02-114 Kakao T Taxi Assistance' service has surpassed 150,000 cumulative calls.
  • The service allows users to request a Kakao T taxi by calling 02-114, with operators relaying vehicle information and estimated arrival times.
  • Approximately 60,000 users have utilized the service since its inception.

Kakao Mobility announced that its '02-114 Kakao T Taxi Assistance' service has achieved a significant milestone, recording over 150,000 cumulative calls. This service provides an alternative method for users to book Kakao T taxis, particularly beneficial for those who may find app-based booking challenging.

The '02-114 Kakao T Taxi Assistance' operates by allowing callers to dial the 02-114 number and state their pickup and destination details. A customer service representative then proceeds to book a Kakao T taxi on behalf of the caller. Following the booking, the operator provides the user with the vehicle's information and an estimated time of arrival.

Since its launch, the service has been utilized by approximately 60,000 individuals, indicating a steady demand for this type of assisted taxi booking. Kakao Mobility plans to continue offering and potentially expanding such services to cater to a wider range of user needs.

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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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