Thirty years ago, the newfangled method of paying for New York City’s buses and subways seemed like cutting-edge technology. Now, its days are numbered. Source: New York Times
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As NYC Swipes Out MetroCards, One Artist Honors the Yellow and Blue
By Gotham Rex on November 17, 2022
For more than 20 years, Thomas McKean has turned the New York City fare card into art. His supplies may run out as the city upgrades its payment system. Source: New York Times
M.T.A. to Offer Free Rides for OMNY ‘Tap-and-Go’ Customers
By Gotham Rex on December 13, 2021
Transit leaders hope to boost ridership by putting a weekly fare cap on trips made with the subway’s new “tap-and-go” payment system. Source: New York Times