[Scan-DC] MCDOT Completes Installation of Free WiFi on Entire Ride On Bus Fleet

[Alan Henney]

https://www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcgportalapps/Press_Detail.aspx?Item_ID=22931

MCDOT Completes Installation of Free WiFi on Entire Ride On Bus Fleet

For Immediate Release: Thursday, March 21, 2019

The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) announces the
arrival of free WiFi for customers on all Ride On buses. While Ride On
extRa buses and all buses acquired since 2017 already had WiFi installed,
new cellular technology has been used to retrofit the remaining buses in
Ride On’s fleet of 365 vehicles. Riders simply check available networks and
connect to GetOnTheBus for free WIFI during their ride.

 “MCDOT is continually looking for ways to use technology to improve our
transportation system,” said MCDOT Director Al Roshdieh. “Now, taking
transit will be even more relaxing and productive as riders can easily
work, check their email or stream videos using Ride On’s free WiFi.”

Check Ride On routes and schedules online.



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Release ID: 19-042
Media Contact: Maureen McNulty 240-777-7199