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public-transit

4 stories tagged public-transit on EV Digest.

Waymo Offers Riders Transit Incentive, Expanding Discount for Public Transport Connections

Waymo is broadening a pilot program that rewards customers who combine their autonomous ride with public transportation, offering a $2.85 credit for such trips. This initiative aims to integrate autonomous vehicle services more seamlessly with existing transit networks, though the credit is currently limited to Visa cardholders. The expansion follows successful trials in two cities, pointing towards wider adoption of multimodal transit solutions.

September 22, 2026ElectrekWaymo

Autonomous

Waymo Teams Up with Visa to Offer Robotaxi Discounts for Transit Connections

Waymo is once again partnering with public transit, this time collaborating with Visa to offer discounts on its robotaxi rides. This initiative aims to encourage riders to use Waymo's autonomous vehicles for first and last-mile connections to trains and buses, integrating robotaxis more deeply into urban transportation networks.

September 21, 2026The Verge - TransportationWaymo

Charging

Santa Monica's Big Blue Bus Fleet Adds 130 DC Fast Chargers for All-Electric Transition

Santa Monica's public transit agency, Big Blue Bus, is significantly expanding its charging infrastructure with the addition of 130 new DC fast-charging ports. This major buildout supports the city's ambitious goal of converting its entire bus fleet to zero-emission electric vehicles by 2032, streamlining the transition and ensuring reliable service.

August 27, 2026ElectrekBig Blue Bus

Models

Prague Trolleybus Data Suggest Battery-Electric Buses Can Handle Challenging Routes Without Hydrogen

New data from Prague's trolleybus operations challenge the notion that demanding urban bus routes necessitate hydrogen fuel cell technology. The operational daily profiles demonstrate that battery-electric systems can effectively manage hills, long operating hours, and heavy passenger loads, offering a viable alternative to hydrogen for difficult applications. This insight could help transit agencies worldwide optimize their electrification strategies by focusing on battery solutions.

July 23, 2026CleanTechnica