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Newsby StaffMay 6, 2019

DCTA approves $2.4M of on-call Mobility-as-a-Service contracts

A total of 37 firms responded to DCTA’s RFP and 31 were selected to become a part of the agency’s MaaS contract mode.

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Newsby StaffMay 6, 2019

West Hollywood's 'smart' bus shelter, stop loaded with tech amenities

Both prototypes include innovative interactive features, such as Wi-Fi and USB charging ports.

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Newsby StaffMay 6, 2019

MBTA program uses AI to deliver info to blind, low-vision users

Aira connects blind or low-vision users with highly trained sighted agents who provide visual information about the user’s surroundings.

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ArticlesCover StoryMay 6, 2019

Transit Increases On-Demand Options for Wheelchair Users

While many have found success expanding mobility options for its paratransit clients, many agencies are now looking to provide that same level of service to those that need wheelchairs and other ambulatory devices.     

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Newsby StaffMay 3, 2019

Alstom debuts electric bus in Chile inspired by tram design

In 2017, Aptis was awarded the Innovation Award at Busworld, the main international bus fair now being held in Brussels, Belgium.

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Newsby StaffMay 3, 2019

L.A. Mayor launches zero-emissions mobility pilot fund

Program will bring reduce greenhouse-gas emissions and bring the benefits of the green economy to disadvantaged communities.

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Newsby StaffMay 3, 2019

FlixBus again expands U.S. service

El Paso-based Intermex Transportation will manage the daily operation of the buses, while FlixBus manages tech and marketing.

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NewsMay 2, 2019

GILLIG unveils new 40-foot battery electric bus

The company is partnering with Cummins for electric powertrain and ChargePoint for the charging infrastructure.

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Newsby StaffMay 2, 2019

DCTA expands on-demand service to airport

The company utilizes software from TransLoc — a technology provider of transit solutions.

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Newsby StaffMay 2, 2019

Wireless service now available on two-thirds of WMATA's tunnels

With the completion of the latest segment, wireless voice and data service is now available on tunnel portions of all six Metrorail lines.

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