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News•by Staff•November 17, 2016

WMATA testing tech bands for improved rail worker safety

In addition to the new technology, WMATA is also retraining operators and track workers to prevent what could be a deadly accident.

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News•by Staff•November 17, 2016

NTSB: Mechanical failure caused fatal Seattle crash

Improper manufacturing by Ride the Ducks International, the vehicle manufacturer, and inadequate maintenance by Ride the Ducks of Seattle, the vehicle owner and operator, resulted in the axle failure that subsequently led to the loss of vehicle control.

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News•by Staff•November 17, 2016

Helsinki looks to app to reduce car usage

The app, called Whim, provides users with the best route to get to their destination, whether it’s by bus, train, or car.

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News•by Staff•November 17, 2016

Fla. transit agencies collaborate on cross-agency fare app

The pilot app offers a three-day, $11 unlimited pass usable across Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority and Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority bus lines.

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News•by Staff•November 16, 2016

Calif. air board awards funds to deploy 15 Proterra buses

Company will manufacture the buses and charging infrastructure at its newest facility in Southern California, which was partially funded by the California Energy Commission.

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News•by Staff•November 16, 2016

Metro-North Railroad to receive up to 94 M8 cars for New Haven Line

The new cars will come outfitted with security cameras and positive train control equipment when they are delivered to the railroad.

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News•by Staff•November 16, 2016

MBTA releases survey to determine late-night riders' habits

MBTA cancelled late-night train service in February after a brief experiment and is now considering contracting with Bridj to provide the service.

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News•by Staff•November 16, 2016

Subway deaths lead N.Y. MTA to discuss doors, 'controllers' for platforms

Members of the New York MTA board revived talks about installing the equipment after a recent uptick in train deaths — some deemed suicides and others the result of people being pushed.

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News•by Staff•November 16, 2016

SEPTA launches Key 'Travel Wallet' for early fare payment adopters

Enables riders to load Key smart cards with cash value and pay as they go on all buses, trolleys, and the Market-Frankford and Broad Street Lines.

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News•by Staff•November 16, 2016

Broken rail disrupts morning Amtrak, NJ Transit, LIRR service

The LIRR said some westbound trains on at least seven branches were being canceled or diverted because of the broken rail. Nearly a half-dozen NJ Transit lines were experiencing at least 30-minute delays.

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