It’s January, What Better Time to Think of Air Conditioning
https://gohrt.com/2019/01/its-january-what-better-time-to-think-of-air-conditioning/Engines and transmissions may be critical to a well-functioning transit bus, but few systems can compete with HVAC for meeting the creature comfort needs of operators and customers. Mechanic Zinna Chappelle, holding the filter, and Larry Hill, in the background People naturally don’t think much about HVAC until it’s hot and muggy during the summer […]
June 5: Ribbon-cutting event to showcase new shelters for ferry passengers
https://gohrt.com/2025/06/june-5-ribbon-cutting-event-to-showcase-new-shelters-for-ferry-passengers/Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) and community leaders cut the ribbon on one of three new passenger shelters for the Elizabeth River Ferry
HRT to Continue Service Suspension on Friday, Feb. 21
https://gohrt.com/2025/02/hrt-to-continue-service-suspension-on-friday-feb-21/NORFOLK, Va. – Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) will continue to suspend all services on Friday, Feb. 21 due to continued weather conditions that include icy roads, high snowbanks, inaccessible bus stops and unplowed secondary roads.
HRT Drivers Test Their Skills in Bus “Roadeo” Event
https://gohrt.com/2024/12/hrt-drivers-test-their-skills-in-bus-roadeo-event/Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) hosts its annual Bus Operator “Roadeo,” an annual competition giving operators and mechanics an opportunity to demonstrate their skills. Winners in each category move on to represent HRT in the state competition.
All HRT buses, trains and ferries now Wi-Fi ready
https://gohrt.com/2024/11/all-hrt-buses-trains-and-ferries-now-wi-fi-ready/All Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) buses and trolleys, light rail cars and ferries are now Wi-Fi ready following investments and upgrades to enhance the rider experience.
HRT’s OnDemand Microtransit Returns with Events in Newport News, Virginia Beach
https://gohrt.com/2024/10/hrts-ondemand-microtransit-returns-with-events-in-newport-news-virginia-beach/Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) re-introduces OnDemand microtransit with kickoff events in Newport News and Virginia Beach. Following a successful trial in 2022-23, this second pilot resumes in both cities with free fares for the first two weeks.
HRT Celebrates 25 Years of Service
https://gohrt.com/2024/10/hrt-celebrates-25-years-of-service/On October 1, 1999, two teams – serving different communities and separated by a historic waterway – officially united in the nation’s first voluntary merger of transit agencies.
HRT Marks 25th Anniversary of Nation’s First Voluntary Transit Merge
https://gohrt.com/2024/10/hrt-marks-25th-anniversary-of-nations-first-voluntary-transit-merge/On October 1, 1999, two organizations – serving different communities and separated by a historic waterway – officially united in the nation’s first voluntary merger of transit agencies.
Hampton Roads Transit, Union Negotiate New 3-Year Contract
https://gohrt.com/2024/08/hampton-roads-transit-union-negotiate-new-3-year-contract/Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) and the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1177, which represents operators and mechanics, recently reached an agreement on a new three-year contract that provides higher base pay and increased benefits.
Event to Celebrate the VB Wave’s 40th Anniversary
https://gohrt.com/2024/07/event-to-celebrate-the-vb-waves-40th-anniversary/Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) and the City of Virginia Beach host an event to mark the 40th anniversary of the seasonal VB Wave Trolley service.