The Board of Public Works today approved a new transit app and bus tracking system for Metropolitan Evansville Transit System (METS).
The convenient new app will allow residents to see new information about their route. Within the app, passengers can see which connecting stops they need to take and monitor how busy their bus will be.
Like the current system, which is being sunset by the owner at the end of 2024, the new system also will let passengers see real time information regarding the bus system, including updates on closures, detours, and bus arrival times.
“This new system will offer a huge upgrade for our riders,” said Todd Robertson, Executive Director of Transportation & Services. “Passengers will no longer have to take risks guessing their stops, and we will be able to be more efficient in building routes we know are the ones people need.
“This technology will make commuting more efficient and accessible for all Evansville residents.”
The bus system is an important tool for residents of Evansville to thrive. A successful bus ride for passengers means a successful day at work, school, or any other activity residents may be commuting to.
Along with the new app, the new system also includes audio and visual announcements on each bus. New speakers and scrolling screens on each bus will announce what the next stop location will be.
In addition to these announcements, passengers can enable notifications on their phone that will tell them when their bus stop is nearing.
The new system will launch on January 2, 2025. For questions regarding the system please contact Evansville METS at (812) 435-6166.
