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a vintage public transit bus parked outdoors in a rural parking lot

Busman’s Holiday? Don’t Miss These Bus Museums and Events

3 min read

August 29, 2023

Public Transit

Pity the American bus aficionado. It seems unfair that in North America we don’t really appreciate our buses. Americans seem to prefer automobile, train, aviation… Continue Reading

view of heavy traffic on a New York City highway

Can Congestion Pricing Help City Transit Agencies?

3 min read

August 10, 2023

Public Transit

Right now, the City of New York is hammering out the final details in their Central Business District Tolling Program, a congestion pricing plan that… Continue Reading

6 Health Benefits Of Public Transportation

4 min read

June 15, 2023

Transit Planning

What if improving your physical and mental health was as easy as riding the bus? Breathing fresh air, driving safely, being physically active, and avoiding… Continue Reading

Young female student requesting an on-demand ride using her cell phone.

Why Safe Ride Programs Are a Vital Part of Every Transit Ecosystem

5 min read

February 21, 2023

People

Post-pandemic ridership is rebounding rapidly. According to the American Public Transportation Association’s (APTA) Ridership Trends Dashboard, ridership has seen more than a 70% lift in… Continue Reading

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The Best Transit Conferences to Attend in 2023

7 min read

January 10, 2023

2023 is predicted to be a busy year for in-person events. According to November 2022 research from the US Travel Association, “Nearly eight in 10… Continue Reading

A US veteran in civilian clothes using a mobile phone while he waits at a bus stop

More Than Just a Rider: Supporting Veterans Through Transit and Beyond

6 min read

November 10, 2022

Equity

Mobility is simultaneously one of the great benefits and great challenges worldwide, no matter the location or the population in need. It uplifts our spirits… Continue Reading

From Yellow Bus to City Bus

3 min read

May 23, 2022

Mobility

How one school system solved the driver shortage problem with the help of TransLoc's support team. The TransLoc app made it easy for students to see routes... Continue Reading

Editorial: Infrastructure Law Funding Rolls Out. Now What?

5 min read

May 10, 2022

Equity

It could take another six months or longer for transit agencies to receive funding from the Infrastructure Law. How are transit agencies ensuring they’re prepared when the money finally hits? Continue Reading

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Beyond Black History Month: Making Mobility Equitable

20 min read

April 25, 2022

Equity

Reflecting on how to carry forward celebrations of Black achievement and actions that support and uplift the Black community today. Continue Reading

two young women using scooters on a city street

Benefits of Multimodal Transportation

5 min read

April 18, 2022

Mobility

Multimodal transit solves a number of common challenges facing public transit providers - while meeting the needs of the community and its diverse population. Continue Reading

bus dispatching looking at a city map on a computer screen

Solving Dispatcher Challenges Through Technology

3 min read

April 6, 2022

Public Transit

Dispatchers play a critical role in ensuring the success of a transit system. Dispatch software offers a holistic view of their day-to-day operations. Continue Reading

Boost Your Transit Marketing Assets with TransLoc’s Marketing Services’ Principles of Design

4 min read

June 28, 2021

Transit Planning

It’s a noisy world and everyone (and every thing) is clamoring for our attention. This rings true for transit riders. They’re responding to emails, listening… Continue Reading