# Public Wi-Fi-Equipped Buses Future NYC Buses Will Feature USB Charging Ports and Wi-Fi Connection By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2016-03-09 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nyc-buses References: [engadget](http://www.engadget.com/2016/03/08/nyc-wifi-equipped-buses/) & [governor.ny.gov](https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-cuomo-announces-significant-upgrade-mta-bus-fleet-more-2000-new-state-art-buses-be) NYC Buses are going for a high-tech makeover with their latest update. In addition to outfitting [subway stations with Wi-Fi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-weekendest) connection, the [MTA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accessibility-improvement) will also be deploying 70 [Wi-Fi-enabled buses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cooling-bus-shelter). The new vehicles are set to debut in Queens during the second or third quarter of 2016. Besides featuring wireless Internet connections, each bus will also display 55 USB charging ports and three LCD screens that will flash the stop announcements, transfers and other important information. After its debut in Queens, 70 of these high-tech NYC buses will begin to roll out in Brooklyn followed by 209 in the Bronx and 18 in Manhattan. MTA plans to release 2,042 of these public vehicles to replace all 40% of its current fleet. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Public Wi-fi-equipped Buses:** New York City's deployment of Wi-Fi-enabled buses presents an opportunity for companies to develop innovative advertising and marketing campaigns targeting commuters. - **USB Charging Ports:** The inclusion of 55 USB charging ports in NYC buses creates an opportunity for companies to develop and market portable charging solutions for on-the-go consumers. - **LCD Screens:** The installation of LCD screens in NYC buses opens up possibilities for companies to create interactive and targeted content, such as location-based advertising or real-time bus updates. ### Where This Applies - **Public Transportation:** The integration of Wi-Fi and other tech features in public transportation vehicles presents opportunities for companies to provide innovative solutions for improving the commuter experience. - **Advertising:** The introduction of Wi-Fi and LCD screens in buses creates new opportunities for advertisers to reach their target audience through interactive and dynamic ad campaigns. - **Consumer Electronics:** The inclusion of USB charging ports in buses creates potential opportunities for companies in the consumer electronics industry to develop and market portable charging devices specifically designed for public transportation use. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Next-Generation Electric Bus Fleets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yutong-bus.md) - [Hyper-Fast Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charging-station-1.md) - [Inflated Vibrant Futuristic Buses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mutated-school-bus.md) - [Accessible Subway QR Codes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorful-qr-codes.md) - [Delhi-Based Electric Buses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delhi.md) - [Multifunctional Transport Buses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubblic-public.md) - [Electric Public Transportation Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/higer-new-v.md) - [Free On-Board Wifi Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delta-air-lines.md) - [Airline Wi-Fi Advancements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boeing-7878-aircraft.md)