Beyond MetroCard: MTA unveils vision for new farecards
The MTA (NY) is outlining goals for a new fare collection system in a meeting with more than 70 technology, telecommunications and financial companies. Original post
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WMATA enhances website translations
The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (DC) has translated key pages of its website into Spanish, French, Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese. Original post
Missoula adds free WiFi to buses
Missoula’s Mountain Line (MT) debuted free WiFi service on its buses, one of a series of planned high-tech upgrades for the system. Original post
Big Blue Bus could test digital advertising
The California State Assembly passed a bill to allow Santa Monica’s Big Blue Bus to test digital advertising on its buses. Original post
Paul McCartney to marry MTA board member
Former Beatle Sir Paul McCartney is engaged to Nancy Shevell, who is a member of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s (NY) board of directors. Original post
King County sued over bus tracker
Two companies sued King County Metro Transit (WA), claiming that they own patents to the agency’s bus-tracker. Other agencies call it a shakedown. Original post
Personal rapid transit debuts at Heathrow
A personal rapid transit system started trials at Heathrow Airport (UK) this week, which will carry riders between the airport’s parking and terminals. Original post
Zipcar releases new app for Android users
Car-sharing service Zipcar added an Android app to its mobile portfolio, which allows members to search for, find, and reserve Zipcars in their area. Original post
Ray LaHood: A folksy crusader
Politico profiles Ray LaHood, whose plain-spoken manner and social media presence have made him surprisingly well known for a cabinet secretary. Original post
Australian bank glitch affects transit riders
A bank glitch affected transit customers in Victoria and New South Wales, leaving them unable to use debit cards to purchase or top up farecards. Original post