Passengers riding the DART public transit system are now able to use contactless payment to settle their fares. The Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) accepts contactless credit, debit cards, or payment-enabled mobile phones or wearable devices.
The touch-free fare payment extends to the GoPass mobile app and GoPass Tap card. DART aims to create an easier and more convenient rider experience. The transit system partnered with Vix Pules to create a multi-modal, multi-operator payment solution. The system unifies account-based ticketing and contactless payments into a secure platform.
GoPass Tap card readers are located on the platforms at rail stations and onboard DART vehicles for riders to pay their fares. No selection is required on the passenger's side as the system automatically selects the appropriate fare per ride.
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What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Contactless Payment
- The trend towards contactless payment in public transit systems presents an opportunity for companies in the payment technology industry.
- Multi-modal Payment Solutions
- The demand for unified and convenient payment solutions in public transit systems creates opportunities for companies in the transportation technology industry.
- Account-based Ticketing
- The adoption of account-based ticketing technology in public transit systems presents an opportunity for companies in the ticketing and fare collections industry.
Sectors Adopting This
- Payment Technology
- The adoption of contactless payment in public transit systems presents an opportunity for payment technology companies to expand their offerings and increase market share.
- Transportation Technology
- The need for multi-modal payment solutions in public transit systems presents an opportunity for transportation technology companies to develop new products and services to meet this demand.
- Ticketing and Fare Collections
- The adoption of account-based ticketing technology in public transit systems presents an opportunity for companies in the ticketing and fare collections industry to develop and offer innovative solutions.
