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Transit Dispatchesby Jackie Edwards September 5, 2023

Innovation Addresses the Needs of Older Adults, ADA Passengers in Rural Areas

Access to reliable transportation ensures that older adults and people with disabilities living in rural areas are able to get the healthcare they need.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseSeptember 1, 2023

New York Gov. Announces Progress in Increasing MTA Accessibility

The pace at which the MTA is awarding contracts for accessible projects is five times what it was before 2020.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseAugust 9, 2023

TTC Piloting New Accessibility Features

The first feature is a subway-style, rear-door exit chime on new hybrid-electric buses.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseAugust 1, 2023

CTAA Awarded Accessible Transportation Resource Center

Through this new center, CTAA and its partners will be engaging with older adults, people with disabilities, and those who regularly use public transportation services.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJuly 25, 2023

NY MTA Testing Q'Straint's Quantum Securement System

The system is designed to allow people using manual or power wheelchairs to independently secure themselves on a bus with just the push of a button.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJuly 20, 2023

Pace Breaks Ground on New ADA Paratransit Transfer Facility

The project, made possible by Rebuild Illinois funding, will transform a critical hub for paratransit with new assets that promote accessibility, expand capacity, and enhance comfort and aesthetics for people with disabilities and other commuters.

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Articlesby Louis PrejeanMay 30, 2023

How Agencies Are Improving Rail Accessibility

It’s been a long time coming. Transit agencies are now receiving the necessary funding and here’s a look at their respective journeys to repair age-old infrastructure.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseMay 10, 2023

National Express Name Change Ahead

Effective in early June 2023, National Express Group PLC changes its name to Mobico Group PLC and the stock ticker of MCG.

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Articlesby Kristoffer Vik Hansen February 24, 2023

5 Key Considerations When Choosing a Tech Partner for Your Paratransit Service

Though paratransit has advanced significantly since riders having to call in days in advance for a ride, transformation of paratransit to combat existing challenges is ongoing.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseFebruary 17, 2023

Illinois' RTA Adopts Strategic Plan

The plan’s vision is “Safe, reliable, accessible public transportation that connects people to opportunity, advances equity and combats climate change.”

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