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NewsJanuary 22, 2021

L.A. Metro Expands On-Demand Pilot Project

Metro Micro, the agency’s new ride-hailing service that offers shared rides operated by Metro employees in partnership with RideCo. Inc., will begin operating services in the Compton/Artesia, El Monte, and North Hollywood/Burbank service zones beginning Jan. 25.

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NewsJanuary 15, 2021

Via, City of Arlington, Texas Expand On-Demand Program

More than 39,000 accounts have been created and more than 470,000 rides have been taken on Via Arlington since the service launched.

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NewsJanuary 6, 2021

SunLine Launches Modified ‘Refueled’ Initiative

The transit agency will only be introducing its Consolidated Fixed Route Network at a Level 3 service and its SunRide microtransit service at this time.

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NewsDecember 14, 2020

LA Metro Launches New Microtransit Service, NextGen Bus Plan

The technology behind this service will allow riders to plan entire trips — both Metro Micro and their bus or train ride — in real-time using a single mobile app, internet browser, or Metro’s call center.

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NewsDecember 9, 2020

National Express Transit, GATRA Launch New Microtransit Service

The team has also partnered with Spare for the program, which will serve the tri-town area of Franklin, Foxboro, and Norfolk, Mass.

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NewsDecember 2, 2020

Via to Operate On-Demand Transportation Program in Australia

Head of TransLink Matt Longland said the technology behind pre-booked and shared services was critical to deliver efficient and customer focused services.

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NewsNovember 30, 2020

GreenPower to Deploy 2 EV Stars in California

Green Commuter is providing the vehicles for mobility services such as microtransit and vanpooling along with the necessary charging infrastructure.

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Articlesby Sadiah Thompson November 16, 2020

Diversity, Inclusion Initiatives Uphold COTA’s Success

The agency earned APTA's award in the midsize category, with an annual ridership between four million and 20 million.

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NewsNovember 4, 2020

SunLine’s ‘Refueled’ Implementation Plan Charges Ahead

The plan introduces three new services: a commuter service — the 10 Commuter Link; microtransit known as SunRide; and Route 1X the first east-to-west express line.

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NewsOctober 23, 2020

LA Metro Approves Fare Structure, Maps for Microtransit Pilot

The new program, called Metro Micro, will provide Metro-operated on-demand shared ride service using vehicles that hold up to 10 passengers.

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