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Despite record ridership numbers, establishing stable funding sources remains a major challenge for most transit agencies. Five top consultants give their take on the state of the industry, including financing options, sustainability and workforce development issues.
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Moovit is the first public transport app based on combining crowd-sourced, real-time data with existing schedules to give commuters a minute-by-minute picture of what their journey will be like and identify if there is a faster, or more comfortable alternative at that precise moment.
Read More →The landmark event empowers riders across six agencies in the Puget Sound region to tap-and-ride transit using a contactless credit or debit card or a mobile wallet.
Read More →From efficiency to culture, a rickshaw run in India reveals people-centered lessons for building stronger American transit.
Read More →For many years, the narrative surrounding public transit improvements has been heavily weighted toward environmental gains and carbon reduction. While these are undeniably crucial long-term benefits, the immediate focus of this new funding environment is firmly on demonstrable system efficiencies and a clear return on investment.
Read More →Did you know that there are literally tens of millions of people worldwide with hearing loss, many of whom will use some form of public transit at some point?
Read More →In the first episode of Bus Tech Talk, METRO’s Executive Editor Alex Roman and CCW’s Business Development Manager Mark Hollenbeck were joined by Charlie Busse, Maintenance Manager at Connect Transit, to explore the realities of managing a fleet in Bloomington-Normal, Illinois.
Read More →Propane autogas gives transit agencies a reliable, funding-eligible option for fleet upgrades.
Read More →Ford featured three vehicles on the show floor, including the 2015 Ford Transit, which is available in three roof heights, two wheelbases and three lengths.
Read More →Approved TDP targets more bus service, new mobility options, Swift BRT expansion, and a potential Everett Transit annexation.
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