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ArticlesSeptember 16, 2019

Transit tech now in national security discussions

The arguments for transit as national security policy have long ranged from energy independence that come with transit investments to transit’s role in arresting climate change.

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ArticlesCover StorySeptember 16, 2019

Charging tech key to bringing urban air mobility to the masses

Accessible, point-to-point transportation will expand to the skies as vehicle charging goes vertical.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 13, 2019

SEPTA GM Knueppel to retire at year's end

Knueppel, who joined SEPTA in 1988 as an entry level structural engineer, will close out a decorated 32-year career at the agency.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 12, 2019

Biz News: MCI and ENC deliver, Cambridge Systematics partners up

A look at some of the latest supplier/operator news, including vehicle deliveries and pilot programs.

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ArticlesSeptember 12, 2019

Touting Growth Potential Key to Recruiting Bus Techs

Virtually every transit agency in America is experiencing a shortage of bus technicians as skilled baby boomers retire in growing numbers.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 12, 2019

TransLink, CUTRIC launch New Flyer battery-electric buses for pilot

The pilot is a part of the agency's goal of operating a fleet with 100% renewable energy by 2050.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 11, 2019

KCATA adding 'smart transit' tech at new MAX BRT stations

Each station will feature a newly designed passenger waiting shelter, an integrated wayfinding kiosk, and/or digital totem.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 11, 2019

Report shows how transit can complete projects quicker, cheaper

How entities are turning to the Quick-Build methodology to expand transit options, improve existing service, and increase ridership.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 11, 2019

LIRR rolls out newest fleet of railcars

The new cars incorporate and improve upon the most successful and popular features of the MTA’s two recent electric car fleets.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 11, 2019

Amtrak updates app by simplifying booking, travel management

Version 4.0’s updates enable customers to more effectively book, ticket, change, and monitor travel while they are on the go.

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