ACT Updates
AC Transit Leads the Way to an Analysis of Zero Emission Transit Bus Technology
Once again, AC Transit demonstrates its leadership—this time in the areas of technology and long-term strategy. On June 23, we have published the first-of-its-kind technology analysis comparing the five types of bus we use in public transit service: diesel, diesel hybrid, fuel cell electric, battery electric, and legacy fuel cell.
Physical Distancing, Bus Capacity Restrictions Lifted on June 21
AC Transit bus capacity limits and social distancing restrictions are lifted starting on Monday, June 21, 2021. We share the excitement of reopening news during this historic week in California. However, due to federal mandates, face masks are still required on transit. MORE
AC Transit Introduces New Contactless Payment Options
Riders have many choices when paying their fare on AC Transit. Next time you ride, consider contactless payment! It’s more efficient and reduces bus boarding time—getting riders to their destinations faster. MORE
July Employees of the Month
Each month, the District honors the service of those drivers and mechanics who contribute directly to this effort by awarding “Employee of the Month” honors from our Supervision, Maintenance and Transportation divisions. MORE
More from AC Transit
AC Transit Service Changes Effective Sunday, August 8
AC Transit is expanding services in preparation for return to the office, schools, and to the many Bay Area goods and services we rely on every day. The service changes include addition of operating hours on local and Transbay lines and reactivation of Supplementary Service to schools, while…
July 2021 Employees of the Month
It takes a lot of hard work and dedication to keep AC Transit buses on the road and running smoothly. Each month, the District honors the service of those drivers and mechanics who contribute directly to this effort by awarding “Employee of the Month” honors from our Supervision, Maintenance…
AC Transit Ends Onboard Physical Distancing
AC Transit bus capacity limits and social distancing restrictions are lifted starting on Monday, June 21, 2021. However, due to federal mandates, face masks are still required on transit. Our top priority is everyone’s safety onboard, so please mask up, even if fully vaccinated.
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June 2021 Employees of the Month
It takes a lot of hard work and dedication to keep AC Transit buses on the road and running smoothly. Each month, the District honors the service of those drivers and mechanics who contribute directly to this effort by awarding “Employee of the Month” honors from our Supervision, Maintenance…
AC Transit Service Changes Effective June 13
Highlights of changes:
- In Fremont and Newark, Line 200 will have increased service, and Line 215 will be reinstated.
- Bus lines and trips designed to serve schools are suspended for the summer.
- Line NX will operate in both directions, to and from San Francisco, in…
May 2021 Employees of the Month
It takes a lot of hard work and dedication to keep AC Transit buses on the road and running smoothly. Each month, the District honors the service of those drivers and mechanics who contribute directly to this effort by awarding “Employee of the Month” honors from our Supervision, Maintenance…
Vaccine Shuttle Resumes For One Week, Beginning May 3
The AC Transit Vaccine Shuttle will be reactivated for one week only, with service resuming on Monday, May 3 and concluding Sunday, May 9. The shuttle will run from Coliseum BART to the Oakland Coliseum COVID-19 vaccination site, running every 15 minutes between 8…