WMATA moves toward mobile payment option
The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (DC) is moving forward with plans to launch a mobile payment option by 2019.
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DART launches flexible services
DART is introducing flexible transit options, including trip planning and ticketing via upgraded mobile application, microtransit, and dynamic carpooling.
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MTA launches new website and mobile app
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (NY) is seeking feedback on its updated website and new mobile application.
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Google Pay adds transit tickets in Las Vegas
Customers are now able to use Google Pay to board the Las Vegas Monorail (NV).
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Technology improves mobility for blind transit riders
Technology is making it easier for visually impaired customers to access transit, including Bluetooth beacons, crowdsourcing, and connected devices.
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Lyft wants to discount bike and scooter trips to transit
Ride-hailing company Lyft is proposing discounts and incentives to encourage people to use shared bicycles and scooters to access transit stations.
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Metrolinx to test WiFi on vehicles
Metrolinx (ON) will test WiFI on six GO Transit buses and trains this spring.
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Sydney provides real-time info on train crowding
Mobile applications now display real-time information from Sydney Trains (NSW) on occupancy so passengers can improve their odds of getting a seat.
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Winnipeg cops ride buses to catch distracted drivers
Police officers rode selected Winnipeg Transit (MB) buses last week to crack down on distracted driving on the city's streets.
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Alexa, where’s my bus?
The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (CA) has integrated real-time transit information and traffic conditions with Amazon’s virtual assistant, Alexa.
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