HopSkipDrive

HopSkipDrive is a ridesharing company based in Los Angeles, founded in 2014 by three mothers who aimed to address family transportation challenges. The company specializes in safe, supplemental transportation for school-aged children and older adults, operating across 13 U.S. states. It partners with over 600 school districts and more than 10,000 schools to provide solutions that complement traditional yellow bus services. The company offers a range of technology-driven services, including on-demand and scheduled rides, an AI-powered routing platform called RouteWise AI™, and a ride management system known as RideIQ. HopSkipDrive emphasizes safety with its CareDriver certification process, which includes thorough vetting and training. Its mission focuses on safety, equity, and mobility, ensuring that transportation needs for special education, after-school activities, and other unique situations are met effectively.