Safe Drive: A Campus Ride Sharing App Prototype for Safer Female Student Mobility

Abstract

This E note presents the Safe Drive mobile application prototype and its proposed business model for improving transportation safety and convenience within a university environment. The application connects students with verified drivers and offers an affordable and reliable ride sharing option within and around campus. Key features include driver selection, estimated arrival time, transparent pricing, digital wallet payment, ride tracking, and an SOS emergency function that allows users to share their location with emergency contacts. The Safe Drive prototype demonstrates how digital technology can support safer female student mobility while addressing daily transportation challenges. It also serves as a practical example of technopreneurship innovation for students and aspiring entrepreneurs who are interested in developing mobile app based business solutions.