February 2023 - 5

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Fare Collection:
How we pay for
public transit is
critical to securing
its future
The future of public
transit can't be solved
by high-tech hardware
or super sophisticated
software alone - but
delivering seamless and
equitable fare payments
solutions will be central
to securing a new deal
for public transit.
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Unifying security
systems for
Mass Transit
The power of a unified
system is its ability to
bring data together
from disparate systems
and departments and
present it intuitively.
Vol. 49, No. 1
ONLINE EXCLUSIVES
OP-ED: New fire risks as a result
of electric and hybrid buses
▶ As EVs and HVs are introduced into public
transport, risks need to be addressed and the risks
require completely different assessments.
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Data proves microtransit is
connecting underserved riders to
public transit in Washington state
▶ Ben Franklin Transit's CONNECT has experienced
ridership growth in the last two years despite the
community's unpredictable travel needs during
COVID-19.
MassTransitmag.com/21294072
Meeting the next big challenge for
public transportation in 2023
▶ With more connected systems and a greater push
toward integration, standardization of on-board
systems will simplify routines for maintenance,
update or upgrade systems and devices quickly
and offer greater flexibility.
MassTransitmag.com/21291406
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Guest Opinion:
Nashville Public Transit
Attracts Riders through
Tourism Partnerships
WeGo offered locals
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to some of Nashville's
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