Indian Railways to provide real-time location info
Indian Railways plans to provide its customers with real-time train location information via Internet, SMS, call centers, and display boards. Original post
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TfL seeks proposals for WiFi network
Following a successful trial, Transport for London (UK) is inviting companies to submit proposals to install WiFi at up to 120 stations. Original post
Metro gets grant for surveillance cameras
WMATA (DC) received a grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to install surveillance cameras outside all 86 Metrorail stations. Original post
Ticking through the years
Metro-North Railroad (NY) officials relocated a historic pre-digital clock within Grand Central Terminal. Original post
New study: Better info can help commuters go car free
After going car free for a week, participants in a new research study said owning a car was not essential, especially with better information about alternatives. Original post
Agencies use cell phones to catch fare jumpers
Both LA Metro (CA) and Metro Transit (MN) are using NFC-enabled cell phones to catch fare cheats. Original post
Maryland launches IVR for paratransit
The Maryland Transit Administration launched Mobility Direct, an interactive voice response system for its paratransit services. Original post
Maryland tests talking buses
The Maryland Transit Administration is the latest agency to test audible alerts designed to let pedestrians know when the bus is turning. Original post
MBTA speeds up text alerts
MBTA commuter rail riders should be receiving more timely service alerts, thanks to a new system implemented this week. Original post
Crowding discourages plugged-in travelers
Use of personal technology on transit is growing, but DePaul University researchers learned that people change their behavior when vehicles are crowded. Original post