Links and Tidbits – January 20, 2017
Links and Tidbits – January 20, 2017
Links and tidbits is our semi-regular roundup of interesting fodder about transportation from the last few weeks or so. If you have links to contribute, put them in the comments, or email us.
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» Have you heard? TransLink has kicked off a bevy of transit improvements with the 10-Year Vision!
» Rotterdam transit in the Netherlands is going cashless!
» If you need some help with your transit etiquette, take a look at this handy list of “how not to be a jerk on transit.”
» Transit makes beautiful music in this new subway inspired musical.
» Vancouver wasn’t the only city to drop trou’ for a transit ride this winter. Check out our T. dot counterparts!
» Trump’s face seems to be everywhere lately… including transit maps? Once seen, cannot unsee!
» Why is everyone trying to tell us all the germs and bacteria that live on transit?? *shudder*
» NYC’s got a brand new subway line – one that was planned nearly a century ago and it’s got some amazing art pieces.
https://qz.com/865550/new-york-city-plans-to-save-the-post-election-subway-therapy-sticky-notes-forever/
» More books on transit – this time in New Zealand. I full support this awesome movement
» ^^ This 11-year-old is channeling some Lucy from Peanuts by offering advice for a small fee in the subway.
» Like transit swag? Check out these mini metro maps turned into pins, wall hangings and even mugs!
» 14 NYC subway facts that will cause you anxiety.
» Now, 14 unappreciated subway moments that make your day.
» Trolley bus fans unite! Looks like the tech some of our fleet uses is pretty popular.
» This new gear for cleaning subway track sucks. No, really!
Model on anti-smoking bus shelter ad coughs when smokers walk by
» The next time you need to hold on while riding the SkyTrain, why don’t you check out this transit hack!?
» The London Underground is attempting a new way to help those with hidden disabilities on transit. What’s your take?
» So, you think you can plan a rapid transit system? Have at it with yet another “build your own subway” game!
Author: Adrienne Coling