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Metrolinx set to implement important upgrades at 25 GO stations
Metrolinx is working towards expanding and upgrading the GO Transit service from a peak time commuter service to a 24-hour transit option, available at any time.
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Levelling up public transport
Rahul Kumar and CJ Bright from Keolis North America tell Intelligent Transport about Keolis Evolve, a new tool to help transit agencies and authorities gain a better understanding of passenger travel in their communities.
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MTA launches real-time seating capacity information on New Haven Line
The real-time information lets passengers choose the carriages with the most open seats via an app, or digital displays at platforms.
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Uber Green rolled out to over 1,400 towns and cities in North America
Uber has rolled out its Uber Green programme to cities like Miami and Austin in a bid to make trips made with it more sustainable.
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MTA pilots smartphone app to help blind and low-vision bus riders
The NaviLens app uses a cutting-edge algorithm to translate visual signage into audio and allows customers to determine the accurate location and distance to the nearest bus stop.
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Metro creates Transit Public Safety Advisory Committee
Applications are strongly encouraged from Metro riders, transit advocates and community-based organisations from a diverse range of perspectives, to create the 15 member committee.
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Lime e-scooters come to Seattle offering socially distant travel
As a sustainable way to travel in the open air, 500 Lime e-scooters will help reconnect the city as Seattle aims to reopen safely from COVID-19.
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Upgrading San Francisco’s clipper system
After years of success, San Francisco Bay Area’s payment card system is about to undergo a transformation to become account-based, simplifying the passenger experience. Jason Weinstein P.E., the Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s Program Manager, explains how the region is preparing for the transition.
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Google Maps rolls out real-time bikeshare data to 24 cities
Real-time information means users will be able to see exactly how many bikes are available at a particular bikeshare station, as well as where they can park their bike after completing their journey.
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NY looks to improve efficiency of for-hire vehicle (FHV) services
Growth in for-hire vehicle (FHV) services prompts New York City Council report into their impact on the city, and how better vehicle utilisation could help reduce congestion.
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U.S. cities come together to create mobility management plan
The Open Mobility Foundation (OMF), formed by cities from across the U.S. seeks to improve transportation across the country with open data sources.
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Greater Washington Partnership celebrates Richmond’s transit success
The transit system connects people around the city and highlights the necessity for such a transportation system for the most vulnerable in society.
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New ride app pick up and drop-off locations at Denver International Airport
Ridesharing app services, Lyft and Uber, operating at Denver International Airport, are being moved to Level 5.
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Getaround buys Europe-based Drivy for $300 million
The acquisition combines the strengths of both companies to form a leading, global transportation and mobility company spanning North America and Europe.
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Why a ‘city first’ approach to mobility services is key to transport improvement
Free2Move's Scott Shepard tells Intelligent Transport Editor Luke Antoniou why new mobility service providers need to take a 'city first' approach to solving transport issues, or risk becoming part of an even larger problem.
