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Santa Monica's Big Blue Bus' new electric buses.
News•by Alex Roman•August 28, 2026

Biz Briefs: ChargePoint, Eaton Power Santa Monica’s Electric Bus Fleet Transition and More

From manufacturers and suppliers to transit agencies and motorcoach operators, these updates offer a snapshot of the projects, partnerships and business moves driving the industry forward.

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Stay Connected with METRO
News•by Alex Roman•August 27, 2026

Stay Connected With METRO Magazine Across Social Media

Are you following us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube? Join the METRO community now!

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RTD Launches All-in-One NextRide App
News•by Alex Roman•August 26, 2026

RTD Launches NextRide App to Consolidate Trip Planning, Fares, Security Reporting

The app expands on RTD’s existing NextRide web application and allows customers to view real-time vehicle locations and service alerts, purchase and store digital fares, and access customer support.

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Ray Melleady and industry leaders on Capitol Hill
Articles•by Alex Roman•August 24, 2026

The Business Voice Behind Public Transportation

As chair of APTA’s Business Members Board of Governors, Ray Melleady explains how more than 850 business members are partnering with transit agencies to advance funding, innovation, and industry-wide collaboration.

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People Movement: John Walsh
News•by Staff and News Reports•August 21, 2026

People Movement: ABC Names John Walsh as Chief Commercial Officer

In this edition, METRO also covers recent appointments and announcements at the DART, STV, and more, showcasing the individuals helping to shape the future of transportation.

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King County Metro Puts Paratransit Access on the Map
Articles•by Alex Roman•August 19, 2026

King County Metro Makes ADA Paratransit Easier to Navigate

METRO's Innovative Solutions Award winner replaces complex service-area descriptions with an accessible, interactive map that puts paratransit information directly in customers’ hands.

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The group shot at TransPro's TransDash Summit
News•by Staff and News Reports•August 18, 2026

TransDASH Summit Focuses on Measuring What Matters in Transit

Transit agencies unveil a national performance platform designed to benchmark customer experience, safety, community value, and other outcomes.

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The Future Hits the Road
Articles•by Alex Roman•August 17, 2026

Jacksonville’s NAVI Project Charts a New Course for Autonomous Public Transportation

Through its NAVI program, JTA is showing how autonomous vehicles, intelligent infrastructure, and coordinated operations can work together to deliver everyday public transportation.

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Luminator software product example
News•by Staff and News Reports•August 14, 2026

Biz Briefs: Luminator Marks Milestone and More

From manufacturers and suppliers to transit agencies and motorcoach operators, these updates offer a snapshot of the projects, partnerships and business moves driving the industry forward.

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An Amtrak Cascades Airo Trainset at a station.
News•by Alex Roman•August 14, 2026

FRA Announces $5.3B in Rail Investments, Including $2B for Amtrak

Funding will support grade-crossing improvements, infrastructure upgrades, and new Amtrak equipment in 23 states.

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