"Riders on the Bus: New Technology to Crack Down on Fare Evasion As public transportation systems struggle to balance revenue with ridership, one major city is taking a bold step to combat fare evasion. Enforcement teams will soon be equipped with hand-held devices designed to scan bus tickets and passes, making it easier to identify riders who have failed to pay their fares. The move comes as fare evasion rates continue to soar, putting a strain on already tight budgets. With the new technology, authorities hope to increase revenue and ensure a fairer ride for honest passengers."
With fare evasion rampant, enforcement teams will use hand-held devices to see if riders actually paid to ride the bus.
