April Fools’ Day has become synonymous with playful pranks and jokes, and the world of transit did not pass up on the opportunity to join in on the fun. Let’s take a look at some of the best gags among transit agencies that left commuters bewildered, amused or both!

Sound Transit’s “Rink” ice resurfacer

Sound Transit announced they would be launching an ice resurfacer — or Zamboni — called “Rink” next season. The name is of course a play on their Link light rail system that services the Seattle metropolitan area.

Coming next season… ? pic.twitter.com/JIjyC4Qz8k

— Sound Transit – ? ? ? (@SoundTransit) April 1, 2023

King County Metro’s Commuterpult

King County Metro, which provides bus service in the county that includes Seattle, announced the launch of a “thrilling transit option.”

Powered by physics and ingenuity—with 12 origin stations and six square miles of landing nets across the region—the Commuterpult brings fun, speed and stunning views to every ride!

With one tap of your ORCA card, you can soar across King County—rain or shine.https://t.co/X12FarC1CA pic.twitter.com/iabWnMTEqI

— King County Metro ? ??⛴? (@KingCountyMetro) March 31, 2023

Washington Metro’s Metroblimp

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) in Washington, D.C. also announced a new service — the Metroblimp!

? Just in time for spring break, we are excited to announce the launch of Metroblimp! Metroblimp will connect you to Virginia Beach, Ocean City, and Rehoboth Beach ?. Start soaking up some sun for $6 or less on weekdays and $2 all weekend. #wmata #Metroblimp #AprilFools pic.twitter.com/0Y7Ahc4wm0

— Metro Forward (@wmata) April 1, 2023

TransLink’s SkyLift

Seeing a trend here? We too at TransLink announced the launch of a new service. We launched SkyLift, an air transport service operated using electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicles.

Just launched!https://t.co/UT7Os6G1Sa

— News from TransLink (@TransLinkNews) April 1, 2023

Metro Vancouver Transit Police are responsible for policing transit across the region. Naturally, our Explosive Detection Dog Team need to be equipped with the right tools with SkyLift service launching. That’s why Transit Police announced they would wear parachutes to do their job policing SkyLift.

In preparation for the SkyLift service, beginning today, all Transit Police dogs have been equipped with parachutes. https://t.co/4eNHOL4rnI pic.twitter.com/Xt7PLREHlA

— Metro Vancouver Transit Police (@TransitPolice) April 1, 2023

PATCO’s Coca-Cola Freestyle machines

The PATCO Speedline — a rapid transit system that runs between Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Camden County, New Jersey — announced they would be installing Coca-Cola Freestyle machines onboard select trains. For those unfamiliar, the machines allow you to mix different Coca-Cola products with different flavours to create unique pop beverages.

PATCO to Install Coca-Cola Freestyle Machines on Select Train Cars.
$14.99/mo unlimited beverage plan to be offered. “Being parched is no way to travel,” said PATCO General Manager John D.Rink, “These machines arrive at the perfect time as the weather gets warmer.” pic.twitter.com/Q1NHBUgCTC

— PATCO (@RidePATCO) April 1, 2023

Metro LA’s MetROW

Metro Los Angeles also announced a new transit service — MetROW!

With MetROW, you’ll use our local waterways to quickly navigate our region while enjoying the sights, sounds, and wildlife of concrete rivers.

We're proud to announce MetROW, the watery transit option for those who don't mind rowing the boat.

Our Metro Coxswains are here to help you huff, puff and get where you're going.

? allowed. Eat ? with extreme caution.#April 1 pic.twitter.com/1orTqCqRxA

— Metro Los Angeles (@metrolosangeles) April 1, 2023

Spotify’s Spotify carriage

Spotify Australia announced that Bluetooth speakers would be coming to train cars in the country, allowing riders to play their favourite tunes on Spotify to “brighten up the journey for those around you.”

Oops, happy April Fools ? https://t.co/CNTUv07lAG

— Spotify Australia (@SpotifyAU) April 2, 2023

Did we miss an April Fools’ Day prank from a transit agency? Leave it in the comments!