Ridership

Oregonians Driving Less, Riding Transit More

14 May 2008 - 9:00am
The Oregonian

Rising gas prices are pushing more and more Oregon drivers out of their cars. High public transit ridership figures and a reduction in vehicle-miles traveled suggest former drivers are now using transit instead of driving.

Transit Ridership Is Up, But So Are Costs

9 April 2008 - 9:00am
U.S. News & World Report

More and more people are riding public transit systems, which many officials see as a good sign. But the added strains to the systems are placing many in tight financial situations.

The Pains of Popularity

21 March 2008 - 5:00am
San Diego City Beat

San Diego's downtown trolley service is becoming too popular, causing officials to propose equipment upgrades to handle the rising crowds. But the bigger trolleys will take out some car lanes and affect traffic lights, and many are unhappy about it.