DEVELOPING: China's Ride-Hailing Firms Scramble to Eradicate Health Hazards in Driver Sleepers' Vehicles

BREAKING NEWS: China's Ride-Hailing Firms Scramble to Eradicate Health Hazards in Driver Sleepers' Vehicles China's largest ride-hailing companies, DiDi and Dazhong Che, are taking urgent action to address health concerns in driver sleepers' vehicles. According to reports, a significant number of drivers live in their cars, leading to unsanitary conditions and unpleasant odors. The issue has been reported by multiple customers who have experienced strong smells during rides. In response, DiDi is now asking customers to rate the aroma of their ride, with a "was the car smelly?" question appearing on the app after each trip. Background checks reveal that many drivers live in their cars due to financial constraints or lack of affordable housing options. Driver Shao Wei, 36, explained, "Most taxi drivers whose cars smell bad actually live in their cars." The companies are scrambling to address the issue, with DiDi and Dazhong Che promising to provide cleaning services and disinfectants for driver sleepers' vehicles. This is a developing story, and we will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Npr.*