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NewsJune 16, 2021

Detroit’s SMART Taps Connectpoint for Real-Time Passenger Info Displays

With Connectpoint’ s ePaper digital displays, hundreds of bus stops will now provide riders with real-time departure and schedule information, 24/7, as well as service alerts.

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NewsMarch 29, 2021

Detroit’s SMART Bus, Via Partner for On-Demand Service

The new service, called SMART Flex, will extend access to public transit and provide trips to COVID vaccine centers in Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties.

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NewsNovember 25, 2020

Detroit's SMART Bus, Moovit Team for On-Demand Transit Service

Residents can now use the Moovit app to book on-demand transit rides with SMART and enjoy efficient, convenient, and affordable shared microtransit shuttles that arrive when and where they want it.

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ArticlesOctober 29, 2019

Detroit's SMART sees savings, eco benefits after propane switch

With a goal to reduce emissions, administrators tapped into available funding to replace aging diesel paratransit vehicles. 

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Newsby StaffAugust 29, 2019

Passport introduces mobile payment app for Detroit transit services

Users can select various passes at standard or reduced fare rates for SMART, DDOT, and QLINE services.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 10, 2019

Detroit's SMART makes largest digital investment along main corridors

Will deploy up to 60 Brasco Shelters/Connectpoint® Digital Bus Stop® displays on its newest bus service called FAST.

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Newsby StaffNovember 28, 2018

4 SMART railcars costing $11M damaged before arriving at agency

Nippon Sharyo flew out a team of engineers to inspect the damage and order new parts to replace those that can’t be fixed.

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Newsby StaffApril 11, 2018

Calif.'s SMART commuter rail lands $22.5M Capital Investment Grant

The project will provide an important connection for North Bay residents to access regional ferry service serving downtown San Francisco and destinations throughout the Bay Area.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 24, 2018

Calif. SMART officials await $20M in funding for rail extension

Fed officials say 'the project is in the project development phase of the Federal Transit Administration’s Capital Investment Grants program and undergoing review.”

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Newsby StaffAugust 31, 2017

Masabi's JustRide mobile ticketing now available on SMART train system

With the overwhelming majority of Bay Area transit riders using smartphones, JustRide allows SMART to offer an easy and convenient way to buy tickets and plan transit rides in the area.

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