The Shenzhen Municipal Bureau of Transportation recently released the operational dynamics and risk warnings for the ride-hailing industry in April 2026, clearly stating that the city’s ride-hailing market is now generally saturated, with an average of approximately 13.01 orders per vehicle per day. The authorities solemnly remind prospective drivers to conduct thorough research and make rational decisions, listing six major risks: First, some platforms use an “employment/guaranteed minimum income model” to collect revenue, and poor company management can lead to driver losses; Second, unauthorized intermediaries can easily cause disputes; Third, be wary of false advertisements like “earn over 10,000 yuan a month” to avoid breach of vehicle return contracts; Fourth, recognize the scam of “no license, no fines” – operating without a license will result in penalties and insurance claim rejection; Fifth, guard against vehicle rental traps such as “no deposit” or “high returns” and carefully check terms before signing; Sixth, be alert to risks of rental companies failing to pay insurance on time, leading to policy invalidation.
Shenzhen is not the first city to issue a ride-hailing saturation warning. Previously, transportation authorities in Sanya, Changsha, Jinan, and Dongguan have successively issued similar risk alerts, reflecting a nationwide shift in the ride-hailing industry from growth expansion to competition in an existing market. Based on an average of 13.01 completed orders per day, after deducting the platform commission (typically 20–25%), vehicle depreciation, fuel or charging costs, a driver’s net daily income is extremely limited, presenting a stark contrast to the frequently promoted “earn over 10,000 yuan a month” by platforms.