The funds will support comprehensive planning efforts that help connect communities, improve access to public transportation and affordable housing, and promote equitable delivery of benefits to underserved communities.
The Fleet Forward Conference, the premier gathering for the fleet community to gain cutting-edge solutions on electrification, connectivity, sharing, and autonomous technology, is looking for speaker and seminar proposals.
The Metra board recently approved the issuance of an RFP that will ask manufacturers to propose solutions to convert three of Metra’s older F40PH-3 diesel locomotives to zero-emission battery power.
Last spring, MARTA suspended 70 of its 110 bus routes due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the need for social distancing. All routes will be restored on April 24.
The eGen Flex system includes full electric drive capability for up to 10 miles, depending upon duty cycle and accessory load demands.
The new electric buses will allow VIA to retire its fleet of eight Downtown trolleys that were purchased in 2005 and are considered past their useful life.
A report finds widening markets for electric cars, buses and trucks despite the global pandemic.
A total of 250 Justride Validator units will be installed across the agency’s network to enable safer and faster boarding.
Beginning in August 2020, two 40-foot GILLIG diesel hybrid buses were used as testbeds for evaluation of two products made by the United Safety and Survivability Corporation
Using a vastly expanded and robust retail network, riders will be able to purchase and reload value to their accounts with cash, credit, or debit.
The new offering is a result of many months of extensive research including collaboration with the industry-leading supplier, and real-world workshops used to create the most comfortable seat that also embodies modern styling, according to the company.
More details on the Fareless System Initiative — including costs, potential funding sources, and the possibility of including other L.A. County bus agencies — is expected to come next month.
The legislation would also provide flexibility for the ban on surge pricing during a state of emergency and expand the types of companies subject to state TNC laws and regulations.
Through a multi-phased launch, the DART Connect service will integrate different modes into a single transit network to increase service frequency and accessibility to travel.
The survey, conducted by the RTA, shows that about 80% of riders plan to resume their pre-COVID level of transit use, but increased telecommuting is likely to persist.