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Newsby StaffJune 29, 2015

Website helps commuters tap multimodal options

CarFreeAtoZ plans trips in a manner similar to Google Maps or Mapquest, but it combines different transit options, such as walking, using the Metro and biking.

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Newsby StaffJune 26, 2015

Crowdsourced bus co., Rally Bus partners with MLB's Rays

With the agreement, Rally Bus offers luxury bus transportation to and from the Rays’ home games at Tropicana Field and in exchange gains advertising, marketing and promotional exposure in-venue, as well as a summer-long presence on the state-wide Rays Radio Network and the team’s flagship radio station.

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Newsby StaffJune 8, 2015

R.I. university first to offer SafeStop real-time info app

Will provide Salve Regina University students with a real-time map feature that displays the location of the university's shuttle bus, estimated arrival times at their bus stop, and an alerts and messaging center to relay important service information from the university or transportation provider.

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Newsby StaffJune 5, 2015

N.Y. MTA's Bus Time now available as an app

Users previously accessed the service on a desktop or smartphone by logging in to the mobile website or via text message and QR code based access. Customers who prefer to access MTA Bus Time through the mobile website may continue to do so, while the app offers a downloadable option that saves time and effort.

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Newsby StaffJune 1, 2015

Uber updates app for hearing impaired

New features include a flashing screen for trip requests, as opposed to previous audible-only beeps, and the ability to turn off the option for users to call deaf drivers — users will only be able to text them

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Newsby StaffApril 21, 2015

Uber adds rickshaws to service in India

Drivers are told to say ‘namaste,’ a common Indian greeting, and are encouraged to use their meters. Uber pays its drivers an additional 40 rupees, or just over 60 cents, per ride on top of the fare.

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Newsby StaffApril 6, 2015

U. of Waterloo team creates winning transit routing app

Working as a team, the three students developed PredictION, a transit modeling and routing application that helps citizens to visualize, analyze, and compare routes and service areas between existing and proposed transit systems.

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Newsby StaffMarch 24, 2015

App compares price, time, footprint for all L.A. commute options

Currently seeking beta testers, the app integrates real-time information from Metro, Foothill Transit, and Long Beach Transit, plus driving info, using Google Maps.

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Newsby StaffMarch 24, 2015

March Networks adds asset tracking to GURU app

The new feature, available with GURU 1.6, makes it easy for transit agencies to package and track integrated surveillance video and data evidence as it is passed from one person to the next following an incident.

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Newsby StaffMarch 19, 2015

FMCSA rolls out new safety data app for motorcoach

Called “QCMobile,” the new app is expected to be a particularly valuable tool for state and federal law enforcement personnel, as well as insurers, brokers, freight-forwarders, and others interested in reviewing the U.S. DOT registration and safety performance information of motor carriers.

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