News Roundup: Transit, COVID, and the Ridership Ripple Effect

News Roundup: Transit, COVID, and the Ridership Ripple Effect

With vaccines beginning to roll out nationwide, there’s hope on the horizon for life to begin returning to its pre-pandemic normal. However, COVID-19’s specter still hangs over the public transportation industry. Even as some employers have begun bringing employees back on-site, many commuters are still avoiding crowds and working remotely — the effects of which […]

Innovation Roundup: Autonomous Vehicles Continue to Ignite Transit’s Curiosity

Innovation Roundup: Autonomous Vehicles Continue to Ignite Transit's Curiosity

As private transportation companies continue research on robotics and autonomous vehicles, the early results of pilot programs are influencing the vision for the future of public transit. Some transit agencies have recognized that, if driverless vehicles are the future of transportation, the public sector should embrace partnerships with private, technology-driven companies to prepare for a […]