Link Transit finds video cams bring benefits and challenges
Link Transit (WA) installed video cameras on its bus fleet a few years ago, but the investment created unanticipated challenges.
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MnDOT invited public to test autonomous shuttle
The Minnesota Department of Transportation invited the public to try out its autonomous shuttle as part of the Minneapolis Super Bowl festivities.
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Tech helps fuel growth in intercity buses
Researchers at DePaul University say technology has helped fuel growth in the intercity bus market, according to a new study.
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SEPTA’s long goodbye to tokens
As SEPTA phases out tokens as part of the transition to the SEPTA Key smart card, commuters are suddenly waxing nostalgic.
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Cyber attack targets Metrolinx
Metrolinx, the regional Ontario transportation agency, was the subject of a cyber attack earlier this month.
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Elon Musk wants to tunnel under Los Angeles
The Boring Company wants to build a tunnel under Los Angeles for a privately funded futuristic high-speed public transportation service.
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Maryland MTA adds car-sharing vehicles at rail stations
The Maryland Transit Administration is partnering with Zipcar to provide 15 car-sharing vehicles at eight rail stations.
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How New Yorkers stay connected underground
A year after the Metropolitan Transportation Authority completed its cellular and WiFi network in subway stations, customers are staying connected.
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Happy holidays from The Transit Wire
The Transit Wire is taking a holiday break so I can focus on finishing my forthcoming book, New England Neon.
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Maine to consider self-driving shuttles
The Maine legislature is considering a bill that would help clear the way for self-driving buses throughout the state.
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