microtransit
Use Data or Lose Everything: Transit Agencies Have a Choice
A TechCrunch article from May offers a simple, prescient thesis on the future of the auto industry: “Automakers have a choice: become data companies or… Continue Reading “Use Data or Lose Everything: Transit Agencies Have a Choice”
Microtransit is a Value Investment
“You have to understand the makeup of Montgomery County and how much area we’re serving. We could no longer afford to put fixed route services… Continue Reading “Microtransit is a Value Investment”
A Versatile Mobility Solution
“Existing urban transit modes can continue to operate, but today citizens demand more than simply expanding old systems. They have access to smartphone apps and… Continue Reading “A Versatile Mobility Solution”
Microtransit Puts Opportunity Within Reach
This is probably one of the most exciting things that’s happened in public transit in my lifetime. We’re creating the future.” – Mayor Jeffry Wosje,… Continue Reading “Microtransit Puts Opportunity Within Reach”
Kansas City Paves the Way for the Evolution of Microtransit
“This new transit option empowers customers to make the choice that works best for them. It’s customer-driven transit.” -Robbie Makinen, President and CEO of Kansas… Continue Reading “Kansas City Paves the Way for the Evolution of Microtransit”
Three Ways Agency-Owned Microtransit Can Be Better for the Environment Than Uber or Lyft
Uber was founded ten years ago, and has long since become a household word. The widespread adoption of TNCs (Transportation Network Companies) like Uber and… Continue Reading “Three Ways Agency-Owned Microtransit Can Be Better for the Environment Than Uber or Lyft”
The Optimal Transportation System: A Problem Statement
Have you ever ridden a train on Thanksgiving weekend?
Does your commute home begin at 5 p.m.?
Do you know someone who isn’t sure how… Continue Reading “The Optimal Transportation System: A Problem Statement”
5 Takeaways from APTA’s Marketing & Communication Workshop
Recently, a few members from TransLoc’s marketing team hopped on a plane to head to New Orleans for the 2019 APTA Marketing & Communications Workshop.… Continue Reading “5 Takeaways from APTA’s Marketing & Communication Workshop”
Microtransit Provides an Opportunity to Thrive
Hear from Lauren Marks, Executive Director of The Exceptional Foundation of Atlanta, about how a microtransit service in Gwinnett County, GA is providing service for… Continue Reading “Microtransit Provides an Opportunity to Thrive”
How the Desire to Improve Lives Brought One Urban Planner from KCATA to TransLoc
TransLoc welcomes AICP-certified planner Tyler Means to the team as Senior Project Manager. Tyler comes from one of TransLoc’s transit agency partners, Kansas City Area… Continue Reading “How the Desire to Improve Lives Brought One Urban Planner from KCATA to TransLoc”
Growing The Movement
Just about a year ago, TransLoc was acquired by Ford Smart Mobility*. After spending the bulk of my professional career working at TransLoc in a… Continue Reading “Growing The Movement”