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A brief look into HART and PSTA

I’m currently trying to compose at least a brief summary of how HART and PSTA came about. Fortunately for me, I didn’t have to look too far to find out some neat facts about PSTA, as they have a history section on their website. Below is a synopsis of PSTA’s history, in my own words,ContinueContinue reading “A brief look into HART and PSTA”

Is it really "all aboard" for HSR in Florida

During the past few months, the Obama Administration has been closely examining areas that may be eligible for a High Speed Rail line. Florida continues to be one of them, but we are about in the same line as California at the moment.So far, the Miami Chamber of Commerce has embraced the idea of HSRContinueContinue reading “Is it really "all aboard" for HSR in Florida”

HART Service Changes (effective July 26) Update

The new schedules are posted on goHART.org. Here is a synopsis of what some of the revised routes will look like.*Route 6 – 56th Street: Weekday peak frequency has increased to 20 minutes. This occurs from 5am until 9am and 3pm until 7pm.*Route 7 – West Tampa/Citrus Park: Frequency for the segment north of theContinueContinue reading “HART Service Changes (effective July 26) Update”

Shelter Changes at the MTC

There will be several shelter changes at the Marion Transit Center for select HART bus routes, in conjunction with the upcoming service changes. Click this link to see a map of the new placements. This change will affect routes 4, 7, 9, 10, 30, and the In-Town Trolley Purple Line.

Just a little longer…….

The first of the new HART bus fleet has finally arrived! #2901 is currently at the HART facility in Tampa and will not likely roll out into service for another couple of months. However, there are slight variations between this fleet and some of the older fleets. This can be seen in the interior lookContinueContinue reading “Just a little longer…….”

Say goodbye to HART’s Gillig Phantom buses

The time is almost here for the delivery and rollout of HART’s newest bus fleet, which comprise of 29 Gillig Low Floor 40 foot buses. This fleet will gradually replace the aging fleet of Gillig Phantom buses, which the agency purchased back in 1996 and 1997. You’ll begin to see the transition in September whenContinueContinue reading “Say goodbye to HART’s Gillig Phantom buses”

HART service changes to take effect July 26, 4th of July holiday services.

HART service changes for summer 2009 will take place on July 26, 2009. Among the changes to be made:*Weekday frequency increase on Route 6 (to 20 minutes during peak hours).*Weekday frequency reduction on Route 7 (to 1 hour all day, affects the segment north of West Tampa Transfer Center).*OWL service reduction on Route 8 (finalContinueContinue reading “HART service changes to take effect July 26, 4th of July holiday services.”

PSTA unveils new website, hybrid buses

Over the past several months, patrons who use the PSTA system may have noticed a few changes. First off, the agency has begun rolling out several of its newest buses, which include the beginings of a hybrid bus fleet. These 40 foot Gillig Low Floor buses have a hybrid-electric engine and the sleek BRT styleContinueContinue reading “PSTA unveils new website, hybrid buses”

HART approves service changes, LRT Update

At the June 1st board meeting, HART approved the proposed service changes (posted earlier) for the course of 2009. Among the changes, Route 87 in Southshore will be converted into a flex route, spawning the HARTflex minibus system that has been planned since 2006. Also, a series of route reductions will go into effect dueContinueContinue reading “HART approves service changes, LRT Update”