About DOT
"I started DOT because I was tired of waiting for unreliable cabs. Every day in Chennai, people struggle to find trustworthy drivers. We built DOT to solve that - professional drivers, on time, every time."
Our Story
Founded
January 2024
Kodungaiyur, Chennai
The Beginning
Started with 10 drivers and a simple goal: reliable rides in Chennai.
First 1000 Rides
Completed within first 3 months. Word spread fast.
Citywide Expansion
Now serving all of Chennai with 500+ verified drivers.
Our Mission
To make transportation in Chennai reliable, safe, and accessible for everyone. No more waiting, no more cancellations, no more surprises. Just professional drivers, on time, every time.
Driver On Time
Est. January 2024
500+
Verified Drivers
50,000+
Rides Completed
Our Founder
Shakthivelan Murugavel
Founder & CEO
A Chennai native who saw a problem: finding reliable drivers in the city is harder than it should be. Shakthivelan founded DOT in 2024 to change that. With a background in transportation and a network of trusted drivers, he's building Chennai's most reliable ride-hailing service - one ride at a time.
Our Core Values
Integrity
We uphold the highest ethical standards in everything we do.
Innovation
We constantly seek new ways to deliver value and solve problems.
Excellence
We strive for the highest quality in every deliverable.
Impact
We measure success by the positive change we create.
THE BLACKPEARL
STANDARD
Strict Vetting
Every driver undergoes background checks, skill assessments, and training before joining our network. We verify, you trust.
On-Time Guarantee
Drivers arrive when promised. Whether it's a single ride or daily fleet operations, punctuality is our foundation.
24/7 Support
Our dispatch team is always available. Day or night, weekday or weekend - we're here when you need us.