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Paratransitby Alex RomanOctober 10, 2022

PCACS, RideCo Improve Mobility for Paratransit Users

The Indiana project, which increased mobility for paratransit users in the Indiana area, was one of the winner's of METRO's 2022 Innovative Solutions Awards.

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New Mobilityby Alex RomanOctober 10, 2022

KC Metro, TRC Offer Guaranteed Connection to Transit

The innovation is the first global test funded by the US DOE of an on-demand transit product guaranteeing riders will make their connection to a bus or train on-time at Kent Station in Seattle. 

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New Mobilityby Alex RomanOctober 10, 2022

DRT, Spare Labs, Transit Increase Mobility Options in Canada

In 2017, Durham Region launched its On Demand pilot project, which put the agency on the path to a high-quality and cost-effective transit program for rural residents.

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Technologyby Laura WillefordOctober 3, 2022

Tech Talk: Solve Safety, Security Challenges with Emerging Technology

Today’s transit fleets face countless threats to safety and security — threats that are known and unknown. How can any organization make a difference in the community?

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Security and Safetyby Scott Belcher and James GrimesSeptember 30, 2022

How Vendors Can Help Transit Improve Cybersecurity

The new study focuses on the role of vendors in cybersecurity and their relationships with the transit industry. Through detailed interviews and in-depth research, the team reported on several key findings.

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Paratransitby Jonathan StanleySeptember 26, 2022

The Impact and Importance of Accessibility for Those With Hearing Loss

With so many affected by hearing loss, it's important and necessary to have transportation accommodations.

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New Mobilityby By VisaSeptember 21, 2022

One Year, One Billion Tap-to-Pay Transactions: A Turning Point for Public Transit

Contactless transactions are taking off as more transit operators around the world go digital. 

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Zero Emissionsby Cody Yarletts & Nathan GreenSeptember 19, 2022

Designing a Leak-Free System with Hydrogen

As more transportation OEMs evaluate a move to hydrogen, knowing the keys to success and what to avoid is crucial. This article focuses on the critical considerations to help ensure your system is designed properly and stays leak-free.

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RailCover Storyby Alex RomanSeptember 8, 2022

Project Looks to Bring High-Speed Rail to California’s High Desert

The proposed 54-mile line would connect Palmdale to the Town of Apple Valley in under 30 minutes with reliable daily frequencies. The system would also enable riders to connect to Las Vegas via the Brightline West high-speed rail system in about 110 minutes.

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Zero Emissionsby Louis PrejeanSeptember 2, 2022

Mission Accomplished: AVTA Reaches Its All-Electric Fleet Goal

Follow along as the AVTA’s Martin Tompkins takes us on the agency’s journey to become the first all-electric transit agency.

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