MyCityBus vs Protected Left

Lafayette, Ind. –July 15, 2018--CityBus is rolling out MyRide, a new GPS-based bus location system. Using MyRide, riders can access transit schedules and real-time GPS-based bus location information, track their bus on a map, and receive transit news and route-specific alerts. When the MyRide app is downloaded on a rider’s phone, geolocation determines the closest bus stops to their location. And with one screen-tap, riders can view estimated departure times for the next buses and routes servicing these stops. By selecting a favorite location or route, or entering a starting point and destination, riders can get real-time GPS-based information for all possible bus options. A trip planner can also make future transit plans. Riders can track the location, estimated departure time and passenger load of the selected bus on an interactive map powered by Google. From their customer account, riders can subscribe to receive text, email or push-notifications containing bus departure information, including one-time or recurring notifications for specific routes, days and times. Another feature identifies detoured routes and temporary stops. CityBus can also post news stories about weather, detours, or community events, publish route-specific or general news, or add pictures or video content. Riders without data plans can get real-time information as well by texting a designated phone number. After inputting their stop number, the system will automatically return estimated departure times for the next buses.

Protected Left helps you drive safer by finding routes that avoid unprotected left turns — one of the most common causes of intersection accidents. Enter your destination and Protected Left instantly analyzes multiple route options, ranking them by safety. Each route shows exactly how many unprotected left turns it contains, so you can make an informed choice between the safest path and the fastest one. KEY FEATURES - Protected Route Planning: Automatically finds routes that minimize or eliminate unprotected left turns - Smart Route Comparison: See safest, balanced, and fastest options side by side with clear safety ratings - Turn-by-Turn Navigation: Full voice-guided directions with real-time alerts for upcoming turns - Protected Turn Alerts: Know in advance whether each left turn on your route has a protected signal - Real-Time Traffic: Routes adapt to current traffic conditions for accurate ETAs - Multi-Stop Trips: Plan routes with up to 3 waypoints, all optimized for safety - Saved Places: Quick access to home, work, and favorite destinations - Voice Guidance: Customizable audio directions so you can keep your eyes on the road Whether you're a new driver building confidence, a parent teaching a teen to drive, or anyone who wants to reduce intersection risk, Protected Left gives you peace of mind on every trip.