Public transportation plays a significant role in finding solutions to the numerous challenges facing America today. Whether it's more jobs, a cleaner environment, energy independence or a better quality of life, public transportation takes us there. Join our new campaign now to find out more!
The “leverage effect” of public transportation, supporting transportation efficient land use patterns, saves 4.2 billion gallons of gasoline – more than three times the amount of gasoline refined from the oil we import form Kuwait.
Protecting riders on mass-transit systems from terrorist attacks will be as high a priority as ensuring safe air travel, the new head of the Transportation Security Administration promises.
More than 1.3 million times every five-day workweek, people in metro Atlanta get to their destinations by using mass transit. And after a major study, the Atlanta Regional Commission knows a lot more about who takes transit in the area and why.
Ariel Hart, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, July 15, 2010
As Summer Gas Prices Increase, Taking Public Transit is Effective Gas Saving Option
Individuals who ride public transportation can save on average $9,343 annually based on the July 7, 2010 national average gas price and the national unreserved monthly parking rate. On a per month basis, transit riders can save on average $779 per month.
American Public Transportation Association, July 8, 2010
Now more than ever, we need to tell Congress to support public transportation. Please sign our petition and tell Congress to pass a fully-funded, long-term surface transportation authorizing bill.
2010 Green Travel Forecast
52 percent of summer vacationers will use local public transportation systems to get around during their trip. Read APTA's Green Travel Forecast to find out how the use of public transportation helps stretch travel budgets.
Public transportation projects will put people to work building America's future.
More than $15 billion in public transit projects are ready to go and should be included in any jobs legislation. These projects will help re-energize America's hard hit construction and manufacturing sectors with investments that will benefit the nation for years.
Whether it's more jobs or a revitalized economy, public transportation takes us there.
