Where is this pilot program forming? Florida’s Pinellas County
What’s the goal? To fill the gaps in public transportation
How does the county plan to fill the gaps in public transit? By partnersing with Uber and cab companies to make transportation more accessible.
Does the program have a catchy name? Yes, “Direct Connect”
How is ride share company Uber participating? By bridging the sometimes considerable distances between bus stops and customers’ destinations.
Mass Transit | FL: PSTA Teams Up With Uber, Cab Company in Pilot Program