On the latest episode of METROspectives, Uber's head of of global policy discusses the tech firm's latest partnership with Marin Transit, mobility in a post COVID era, and more.
The final two buses were the first to be completed by BYD after reopening its plant during the pandemic.
Beginning in early September, the agency will implement a pilot program that reduces fines, offers more payment options, a community service option in lieu of payment, and a new appeal window.
The new actions TriMet announced join the steps and actions taken over the past five years, in coordination with its Transit Equity Advisory Committee, to make TriMet more fair and equitable.
Paul Davies will step into his new role effective September 30.
In 2016, the agency was the first to announce a commitment to transitioning 100% of its fleet to zero emissions battery-electric vehicles.
The tool enables cities and transit operators to visualize and understand how route changes will affect selected demographic groups living along those routes.
As part of this shift, BBB is also partnering with Swiftly Inc. to help deliver more accurate, consistent, and reliable data to power Transit.
The new shield leverages DART's initial investment of the operator barrier door by expanding a shield forward toward the windshield and upward toward the ceiling.
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In this two-minute video message, FTA Acting Administrator K. Jane Williams thanks frontline transit workers for their many sacrifices, highlights the Administration’s response and looks ahead as the economy continues to re-open.
The president and CEO joins the podcast to discuss the continued fight for more operations funding and what transit looks like as provinces begin to open up.
The DOT, alongside the DHS, and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, have been working with states and industries to ensure the travelers have access to facial coverings.
The agency is replacing many 40-foot models with MCI’s new generation of efficient coaches, which provide increased capacity with improved maintenance and operating costs.
The group will help cities in North America flourish by promoting innovative transportation solutions that ensure transit is safe, clean, and prepared for the challenges that lie ahead.
Together, the plans provide the vision for the agency to build the future of transportation in New Jersey.
Like many transit agencies around the nation, the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) is implementing additional measures to promote social distancing onboard buses and at JTA facilities.
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