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Mobility on Demand: Plan, Travel, and Pay…Your Way

About This Document

Since the 1970s, the U.S. DOT Volpe Center has led the evolution of innovative transportation payment systems. From cash to smart cards to mobile apps, automated fare collection benefits travelers and cities alike. The U.S. DOT Volpe Center works with the transportation community to create a shared vision for multi-modal payment systems, which are essential for seamless travel and smart cities.

View this infographic to learn how smart technology is enhancing transit planning and payment.

Last updated: Tuesday, January 25, 2022