PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) — Knowing when the next bus or trolley will arrive is a top priority for many SEPTA riders.
And soon, SEPTA’s new pilot program will show real-time arrival updates at select stops across the city.
The digital, solar-powered screens will provide live updates on the arrival times of incoming buses and trolleys.
The transit company says they are unique because they are small enough to be mounted on a bus stop sign pole.
Each device is equipped with a text-to-speech button, which will allow blind and low-vision riders to access the same real-time service information.
“Every improvement we make to our network starts with listening to our riders,” said SEPTA Chief Officer of Customer Experience and Communications Administration Lex Powers. “This program is one more way that SEPTA is investing in the people who depend on us – today and into the future.”
SEPTA says the initial rollout will determine where future displays will be used.
The first ten will be installed later this Spring.
Riders are being asked to share their feedback on where they would like to see these devices by visiting Septa.org.
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