Headways

September 21, 2020
Bus Simulator: A High-Tech Aid to Driver Training
It’s called the “MB-2000”. A fitting name for its futuristic nature of putting you “in the driver’s seat” literally. The latest tool VTA is using to help bus drivers sharpen their skills to maneuver...
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September 21, 2020
Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility
This is Rail Safety Week across the United States, with a goal of raising awareness on how to stay safe around railways, including VTA light rail. Every year, in North America, 2100 people are killed...
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September 16, 2020
BART Silicon Valley Phase II Project: Early Contractor Engagement Begins
The stretch of the BART Silicon Valley extension into Downtown San Jose and Santa Clara is entering what’s known as the procurement stage of the project. For this mega project, currently at an early...
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September 16, 2020
Carpool Occupancy Changes Coming to SR-237 Express Lanes October 2, 2020
Starting October 2, the occupancy requirement for toll-free travel in the SR 237 Express Lanes will change from two to three occupants. Vehicles with two occupants will be eligible for a 50% toll...
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September 14, 2020
Traffic Improvements Coming to Blossom Hill at US 101
VTA construction is getting underway to transform the Blossom Hill Interchange at US 101 to improve bicycle and pedestrian connections and ease traffic congestion. Interested members of the community...
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September 14, 2020
Bike Safely Around the Rails – Don’t Let Your Guard Down
Because so many people are working from home these days, and “Bike to Work Day” just wouldn’t work very well…the whole month of September is dedicated to biking…wherever! Also this month, VTA is...
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September 08, 2020
Cars and Trains Don't Mix - Don't Let Your Guard Down!
Did you know that California leads the nation in the number of fatalities and injuries of people who “trespass” on railroad tracks? “Trespassing” in the rail industry means “being on the tracks when...
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August 31, 2020
dis·trac·tion /dəˈstrakSH(ə)n/ Noun - a thing that prevents someone from giving full attention to something else.
September is National Rail Safety Month, and even though safety is our primary concern all year long, this observance provides a great opportunity to remind you: “Don’t Let Your Guard Down.” These...
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August 17, 2020
VTA’s Senior Outreach Program Continues to Engage Older Adults Virtually
During this time of extraordinary caution, and as our county prepares to ease its Shelter-in-Place restrictions, it is important to know VTA continues to engage with the older adult community. VTA’s...
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