Recent Streetsblog NYC posts about Transit Data

Google to Host “Unconference” for MTA App Developers

By Brad Aaron | May 3, 2010 | No Comments

In January, the MTA took the long-awaited step of opening up its data to software developers, clearing the way for third parties to devise new and innovative ways to put current information in the hands of transit customers. Since then, the agency has received some 1,100 requests for data, reports AMNY. New apps provide everything […]

Ghost of Congestion Pricing Lingers at RPA’s 2010 Regional Assembly

By Ben Fried | Apr 16, 2010 | 20 Comments

Even when there’s no breaking news at the RPA’s regional assembly, the annual get-together at the Waldorf Astoria is a good time to gauge the collective mood of the people who run the region’s transportation systems and think about planning for New York City’s future. How often do you get the heads of the MTA, […]

New Scorecard From DOT: Driving in Decline, Safety Improvements Work

By Noah Kazis | Mar 26, 2010 | 4 Comments

In 2008, transit ridership continued to increase while auto traffic declined. Image: NYCDOT. NYCDOT released the second Sustainable Streets Index this week, its annual scorecard on green transportation and street safety. This year’s edition has a few new features, including case studies of 12 projects across the city and some nifty GPS data from taxis. […]

MTA Unveils Open Data Policy, Clearing a Path for NYC Transit Apps

By Ben Fried | Jan 13, 2010 | 5 Comments

In a big turnaround, the MTA now touts third-party transit applications on its website. The MTA took an important step toward improving the rider experience today, announcing that the agency will open its route and schedule data to third party software developers. The policy change — a major turnaround — promises to take some of […]

City-Go-Round Offers Transit Apps, MTA Info Still Not Open

By Sarah Goodyear | Dec 15, 2009 | 15 Comments

New on the transit tech front, from the creators of Walk Score, is City-Go-Round, a site where you can find and download mobile apps that help out transit riders: Our mission is to help make public transit more convenient. For example, an app that lets you know when your bus will arrive is way better […]