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A user demonstrating Metrolink's contactless fare payment pilot.
Newsby StaffJune 12, 2026

Southern California's Metrolink Debuts Contactless Fare Payment Pilot

Customers traveling between Redlands and Los Angeles can now tap their preferred payment method, including a credit or debit card, mobile wallet, or wearable device, at station validators before boarding and again while exiting.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 8, 2026

Biz Briefs: Masabi Partners with LANTA and More

In this edition, we spotlight the latest developments shaping the future of mobility.

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Newsby StaffJune 2, 2026

IndyGo, Cleveland RTA Expand Digital Fare Payment Options with Masabi

The new systems combine mobile apps, smart cards, and automatic fare capping to simplify payments, expand flexibility, and help riders access the lowest available fares.

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A blue OCTA transit bus at a bus stop.
Newsby StaffMay 28, 2026

OCTA Sees Growing Adoption of Wave Fare Payment System

Since launching in October 2025, the Wave system has steadily replaced previous fare media with faster, more flexible payment options designed to streamline boarding, improve reliability, and help riders more easily access fare discounts and cost-saving benefits, said OCTA

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsMay 22, 2026

KCATA, RideKC Set to Resume Bus Fares

Beginning May 26, riders will be able to download the RideKCGO mobile app, set up their account, and add funds to pay for rides with a tap.

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A vintage TTC sign against a blue cloudy sky.
Newsby StaffMay 7, 2026

TTC Launches New Wayfinding Pilot, Announces Fare Capping Ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026

See how the TTC is testing a new wayfinding system at major subway stations while planning to introduce fare capping to make transit easier to navigate and more affordable for riders.

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SEPTA's advertisement for multi-rider feature.
Newsby StaffMay 7, 2026

Philadelphia's SEPTA Introduces Multi-Rider Feature for Contactless Payments

Up until now, this feature was only available when using a SEPTA Key card.

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A picture of a San Diego MTS railcar and bus at a transit station.
Newsby StaffApril 17, 2026

San Diego Transit Agencies Propose Fare Hike to Close Budget Gaps

The agencies, San Diego MTS and NCTD - San Diego Railroad, which share a fare system (PRONTO), proposed the changes to help address their respective financial sustainability strategies.

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A MARTA employee using the new Better Breeze fare ticket machines.
Newsby StaffMarch 30, 2026

Updated: MARTA’s New 'Better Breeze' Fare System Goes Live

The new system introduces tap-to-pay, touchscreen kiosks, and updated Breeze cards, with both old and new systems running through May.

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Denver RTD riders using Tap-n-Ride fare payment system.
Newsby StaffFebruary 13, 2026

Denver's RTD Sees Strong Early Adoption of Tap-n-Ride Fare System

RTD aims to have 15% of all fare payments by individual customers made via Tap-n-Ride by the end of 2026, as awareness of this contactless payment option grows.

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