Announced in May, the two firms have partnered as the Volkswagen Group looks to expand its presence in the fast-growing mobility on demand market. 

Under the partnership, Gett drivers in Moscow are being offered the Volkswagen Polo Sedan and Jetta and Skoda Rapid and Octavia at preferential terms.

In a statement, the firms said the special vehicle packages will greatly benefit Gett's driver-partners and accelerate Gett's growth in Moscow. 

Commenting on the choice of location, they added that Russia is one of the fastest-growing ride hailing markets and has one of the highest e-Hailing rates in Europe (approx. 30%). 

The vehicle packages designed specifically for Russian drivers are to be provided directly by Gett; the vehicles will be delivered by local Volkswagen and Skoda dealer and will feature co-branding. 

Ole Harms, head of new business & mobility in the Volkswagen Group, said: “The Volkswagen Group is able to significantly expand its presence in the mobility on demand business through our joint initiative with Gett. With every taxi ride they take in Moscow, mobility users – particularly those from Russia – who are not yet Volkswagen Group customers will be able to enjoy the Volkswagen and Skoda brands experience.”

There are already plans to roll out similar vehicle packages to additional Gett core markets; these plans will be announced over the coming weeks.