BRT

MARTA Bus

Downtown Atlanta Association Calls for Changes to Proposed BRT Line

The group expressed concerns with changes made to a key segment, which leaves riders with fewer connections to existing transit and does not position the line for future growth.

October 27, 2021 - Urbanize Atlanta

Vermont BRT

To Regain Transit Ridership, Policymakers Must Address Land Use and Housing

More buses and trains alone won't bring back riders; other incentives are needed to boost ridership and encourage new users.

August 20, 2021 - Governing

Quito BRT

Bus Rapid Transit Gaining in Popularity

As cities look to rebuild their transit systems, bus rapid transit provides a cheap and effective way to expand access and boost speed.

August 2, 2021 - The Washington Post

Proposed North Hollywood-Pasadena BRT Line

Controversial BRT Plans Revised in Los Angeles

The proposed changes to plans for a bus rapid transit route on Colorado Boulevard are an attempt to compromise between competing community concerns.

April 6, 2021 - Urbanize Los Angeles

Bus Only

Richmond Seeks to Expand Bus Rapid Transit

After seeing impressive ridership growth, Richmond's transit agency wants to expand bus rapid transit to more destinations in the region.

December 31, 2020 - Greater Greater Washington

Summerhill Bus Rapid Transit Project

Atlanta Bus Rapid Transit Project, a First in Georgia, Moves Along

The first-ever Bus Rapid Transit system for the region surrounding Atlanta is making progress, and ready to hire consultants.

October 18, 2020 - SaportaReport

Interstate Freeway System

Sound Transit's Stride BRT to Bring Additional Time Savings

An expansion of Interstate 405 in the Seattle region will include bus rapid transit stations that will allow vehicles to travel even faster along the new transit corridor.

February 4, 2020 - The Urbanist

Arlington, Virginia

More Space for Buses and Mixed Use Planned for Busy Northern Virginia Corridor

The Lee Highway is expected to face new strains, and new life, with the arrival of Amazon, so planners are planning a transformation, starting with a new bus lane.

January 27, 2020 - Arl Now

MBTA Bus

Boston Bus Lanes Improving Commute Times and Reliability

Data from the Boston area shows that dedicated bus lanes are helping to get buses moving.

July 9, 2019 - WBUR

Los Angeles Bus Rapid Transit

Another Proposed Bus Rapid Transit Route Provokes Controversy in Los Angeles

Los Angeles transit planners wants to connect two of its rail lines with a bus rapid transit line. The idea has critics.

June 28, 2019 - Curbed

Indianapolis Cityscape

Indianapolis' New BRT Stations and Buses Roll Out Soon; Here’s What They’re Like

The new Red Line bus rapid transit will include level boarding, pre-pay bus fare service at some stops, quiet electric buses, and USB chargers.

June 27, 2019 - Indianapolis Star

Gm Bus

'Speed' Turns 25: Planners Think About Fast Buses

In the '90s, Keanu Reeves was hurtling down the roads and freeways of L.A. in a bus; 25 years later, city officials ponder ways to bring the city’s average bus speed above 10 mph.

June 20, 2019 - Curbed Los Angeles

Vermont BRT

Portland Mulling BRT 'Red Lane'

City Commissioner Chloe Eudaly intends to debut a plan to install several miles of bus-only lanes in the city.

June 17, 2019 - Willamette Week

Los Angeles BRT

Transit Projects Would Provide Local and Regional Connectivity for L.A. Suburb

Two projects on the table in Glendale, California, a BRT line and a streetcar, would increase mobility options in the city.

April 23, 2019 - Glendale News-Press

Vermont BRT

L.A.'s Plan for Vermont Ave: BRT in 2024, Rail in 2067

Anyone hoping for rail transit down one of Los Angeles' busiest transit corridors will have to wait awhile.

March 19, 2019 - Urbanize.LA

Painted Bus Lane

Tactical Transit Lanes Offer Big Bang for the Buck

The bus lanes can be installed quickly, requiring minimal time and resources and offering a good return on investment, says a new report.

March 8, 2019 - CityLab

Virginia

Quality Bus Rapid Transit Drives Systemwide Ridership Improvements in Richmond, VA

Richmond, Virginia has achieved a big ridership bump, without a big investment.

January 11, 2019 - Streetsblog

Photo of Calgary skyline from Edworthy Park

First Bus Rapid Transit Line Opens in Calgary

The MAX Purple Line has begun service on 17 Avenue SE.

January 10, 2019 - Roads and Bridges

US Highway 53 - Wisconsin

Madison Launches Bus Rapid Transit Study

Wisconsin’s growing capital is hoping to add bus only transit to accommodate its new residents.

December 22, 2018 - The Cap Times

Milwaukee

Dedicated Bus Lane is in the Milwaukee County Budget

Milwaukee intends to move forward with bus lanes and electric buses. Officials hope a nine-mile route will start service in 2020.

November 28, 2018 - Wisconsin Public Radio

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