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Transit signal priority and public transit agencies.
Articlesby Alex RomanJanuary 16, 2026

How AI is Redefining Transit Operations and Signal Priority

In a recent episode of METROspectives, LYT CEO Timothy Menard discusses how artificial intelligence, cloud connectivity, and real-time data are transforming traffic management, boosting bus reliability, and enabling system-wide transit optimization across cities.

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A red, white, and blue graphic with APTA and Caltrain logos and text reading "Caltrain Named America’s Fastest-Growing Transit Agency by APTA."
Newsby StaffDecember 11, 2025

Caltrain Named America’s Fastest-Growing Transit Agency by APTA

The agency’s electrified service is driving record ridership and satisfaction, even as the agency works to secure long-term funding for reliable Bay Area transit.

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Newsby StaffNovember 7, 2025

Caltrain Officials Outline Potential Cuts without External Funding

Transit agencies across the Bay Area are confronting structural budget shortfalls as post-pandemic travel patterns continue to reshape commuting behavior.

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Low view of a Caltrain platform with a train parked at it with passengers nearby.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 9, 2025

Caltrain's Electric Trains Now Earn Money While Powering the Grid

Due to a new state policy and clean energy partnerships, Caltrain will be compensated for the renewable electricity its trains generate through regenerative braking.

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Aerial view of Caltrain's electric service.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseSeptember 23, 2025

Caltrain Celebrates First Anniversary of Electrified Service with Record Ridership

A year after electrification, Caltrain delivers faster commutes and record-breaking ridership growth.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 11, 2025

California's Caltrain Hits 1M-Plus Riders for 3rd Month in a Row

As Caltrain approaches the first anniversary of the launch of electric service, the agency continues to show strong ridership growth.

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Newsby StaffJuly 2, 2025

APTA Announces the 2025 Rail Safety, Security and Emergency Management Winners

Nominations are evaluated on four criteria: effectiveness, benefit level, innovation, and transferability.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 28, 2025

California Poll Shows Strong Regional Approval for Caltrain

The high levels of support for the agency follow the launch of its new high-performance electric trains in September 2024, which offer a better experience for Caltrain riders and provide faster and more frequent service.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 24, 2025

Caltrain’s Electric Fleet More Efficient than Expected

The new electric trains are outperforming Caltrain’s original projections, which is welcome news for a public agency that holds sustainability as a core value.

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Newsby StaffDecember 13, 2024

Caltrain, Stadler Sign Support Contract for EMU Fleet

The agreement provides on-site technical support, maintenance management software implementation, full material management for both preventive and corrective maintenance, and diagnostic assistance.

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