Lyft becomes first transportation network to show time, route and price information for MTS, alongside rideshare and e-scooters
SAN DIEGO (January 26, 2021) - Lyft, Inc. has partnered with the San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) to launch local public transit information in-app. This new feature, along with Lyft e-scooter and rideshare options, provides riders with access to a broad range of affordable and reliable transportation options they need.
The update puts mobility options front and center, making it easier for riders to make informed decisions about how to get from point A to point B quickly and sustainably. The transit feature allows riders to see upcoming departures nearby for MTS buses and Trolleys. Riders can easily see transit lines and approaching vehicles on the map or they can simply enter a destination for a complete itinerary from start to finish. For nearby destinations, Lyft shows walking directions alongside transit, scooter and rideshare options.
Lyft’s Transit feature is now available in 17 cities across North America, including New York City, Chicago and Portland, with more planned through 2021, as riders increasingly seek flexibility.
“This is inherently a great partnership for MTS,” said Sharon Cooney, MTS chief executive officer. “One of MTS’ goals is to improve mobility options for our riders. Integrating transit information into the Lyft app will provide a new level of confidence for riders to move seamlessly between all the different options available.”
“Now more than ever, it’s important for riders who don’t own a personal vehicle, to be able to access all of their transportation options in a single place -- the Lyft app -- whether that be a quick scooter ride, public transit or rideshare,” said Caroline Samponaro, Head of Transit and Microbility Policy, Lyft. “The future of transportation is about giving riders options and empowering them with the information they need to decide how to best get where they're going quickly, affordably and sustainably.”
About Lyft San Diego
Lyft was founded in 2012 and is one of the largest transportation networks in North America. In San Diego, Lyft launched e-scooters in December 2018 and in February 2020, Lyft opened a Driver Center to provide drivers affordable and competitively-priced vehicle repairs, maintenance and other essential services along with other driver support. Throughout the pandemic, Lyft has been providing access to free ride credits to various San Diego organizations, including Somali Family Service, ElderHelp of San Diego and San Diego Food Bank, and offered free e-scooter trips to critical workers.
About MTS
MTS continues to operate about 95 bus routes and three Trolley lines. Frequencies and spans have been restored to near-pre-COVID-19 levels. Updated schedules can be accessed on the MTS website. MTS asks that people wear face coverings at all times and practice physical distancing when possible.
About Lyft
Lyft was founded in 2012 and is one of the largest transportation networks in the United States and Canada. As the world shifts away from car ownership to transportation-as-a-service, Lyft is at the forefront of this massive societal change. Our transportation network brings together rideshare, bikes, scooters, car rentals and transit all in one app. We are singularly driven by our mission: to improve people’s lives with the world’s best transportation.
Forward-Looking Statements
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