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A low-angle view looking up the steps of the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C., with a black iron staircase railing with green-patinated accents in the foreground. The neoclassical white stone facade and iconic dome are visible against a deep blue sky, with an American flag flying near the dome. Potted palm trees flank the building's entrance portico.
Mass Transit magazine created this playbook based on the recommendations adopted by the American Public Transportation Association in February 2026.
Ontario Northland
A Northlander train.
SEPTA
A blue station sign reading 'Ardmore' hangs from the canopy of the renovated Ardmore station on the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) regional rail network, with both the SEPTA and Amtrak logos displayed on the sign. Below, a SEPTA regional rail car is stopped at the platform with its doors open and a crew member visible in the doorway. A small group of passengers and officials gather on the platform beneath the canopy, which features warm wood paneling and pendant lights. A red metal roof is visible above.
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A row of Divvy bike-share bicycles docked at a station at Madison Street and Damen Avenue in Chicago, with the United Center arena visible in the background. The white and light blue bikes display both the Divvy and Lyft logos. A Divvy kiosk with a 'Ride. Return.' information panel stands at the head of the dock. The foreground bikes are electric-assist models with front cargo baskets and integrated locking mechanisms.
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A New Jersey Transit bus with advertising on its side driving along Washington Street.

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Bus

Cincinnati Metro
A group of approximately eight officials and community members participate in a ribbon-cutting ceremony at a Cincinnati Metro bus stop, holding blue ceremonial scissors and a blue ribbon reading 'Your Way To Go.' The group stands in front of the Clifton Avenue and Clifton Court stop sign and a green Cincinnati Metro bus. Blue, orange and green balloon clusters flank the group. One participant uses a power wheelchair. The photo is credited to Cincinnati Metro.
The new signs offer larger-print and more legible information on more reflective and higher-contrast materials.
April 10, 2026
Big Blue Bus
A Big Blue Bus battery-electric bus displaying 'Zero Emissions' on its destination sign sits parked in front of the agency's maintenance and operations facility at 1620 Sixth Street in Santa Monica, Calif., beneath a large 'big blue bus' sign mounted on a canopy at the facility entrance. Additional blue buses are visible parked inside the yard. Palm trees flank the entrance on both sides under a clear blue sky.
The upgrade will install gantry charging systems that will eventually power up to 195 buses.
April 10, 2026
TransLink
A TransLink RapidBus travels through a busy urban intersection in Metro Vancouver, surrounded by moving vehicles. The bus features the agency's signature green, blue and white livery. Construction of a new apartment building is visible in the background.
The new service will connect Park Royal and Metrotown, eliminating the need to transfer at Phibbs Exchange.
April 9, 2026
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A close-up front view of a BC Transit bus, showing the agency's white livery with green and dark blue stripe. A bicycle rack is mounted on the front of the bus. Bare tree branches are reflected in the windshield.
The transit center will soon host 16 charging stations and an upgraded maintenance facility.
April 9, 2026

Rail

BNSF Railway
A BNSF locomotive.
The relationship between the Class I railroad and the commuter rail system dates back to the creation of Metra in 1983.
April 13, 2026
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A Metra train.
Projects will focus on station improvements, grade crossing replacements, bridge repairs and upgrades to track, electrical and signal equipment.
April 10, 2026
Siemens Mobility
Siemens Mobility has opened its manufacturing and rail services center in Lexington, N.C.
Located in the city of Lexington, the $220 million facility will serve as the company’s East Coast rail services hub.
April 9, 2026
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
Automated People Mover for Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
The company plans to renovate the APM's signal system and other equipment.
April 8, 2026

Technology

Metrolinx
A GO Transit double-decker bus travels along a highway beneath an overpass. The destination sign reads 'Welcome to GO Transit.' The bus features the agency's white and green livery with the GO logo on its upper front panel.
The project will host system upgrades for approximately 500 buses in the Metrolinx fleet.
April 9, 2026
MCTS
A rider taps a Visa card against a fare reader aboard a Milwaukee County Transit System bus. The reader's screen displays 'Open Payment – $2.75' with a green upward arrow, indicating a successful contactless transaction. The bus interior, with blue seating and yellow handrails, is visible in the background.
The agency will now accept standard tap-to-pay along with WisGo cards, the Umo app and cash.
April 7, 2026
Denver Regional Transportation District
New displays support customer navigation across bus and rail connections.
With the new displays, announcements can be tailored to each station’s needs, allowing customers to make informed wayfinding decisions and adjust travel plans as needed.
April 6, 2026
Matawan Mobility
A city of Conroe commuter bus.
The city says the partnership with Matawan is designed to streamline daily commutes.
April 6, 2026

Safety & Security

HALOS
HALOS bodycams on transit police officers.
Security and operations leaders are using AI to improve operational efficiency, accelerate emergency response and strengthen incident reporting.
April 10, 2026
AngelTrax
AngelTrax’s Vulcan™ Series VX4AI All-In-One Mobile Digital Video Recorder.
The camera systems will enhance safety, accountability and operational visibility across the city’s fleet.
April 9, 2026
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A CTA train is pictured from a lower angle moving along an elevated track.
The special directive requires IDOT to take 11 actions to improve CTA oversight.
March 19, 2026

Management

Brandon Lewis
Nadine Lee (left), Pamela Strutz(middle) and Carmen Jackson-Brown (right). Not pictured: William Cheaks, Jr.
Personnel updates from around the public transit industry.
April 10, 2026
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Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation logo.
Proposals include finding more efficient models to manage existing transportation-related services and programs.
April 9, 2026
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Nominate a deserving individual for Mass Transit magazine's 40 Under 40.
April 8, 2026