New London Parking Authority Launches Innovative On-Demand Ride Share Service

Passengers Schedule Customized Trips Through Smartphone App

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The New London Parking Authority and Southeast Area Transit are excited to announce the launch its newest initiative NL SmartRide, a flexible and dynamic on-demand Microtransit shuttle service in New London.

The innovative service will provide flexible and dynamic on-demand microtransit to passengers in New London. The Uber-like service, NL SmartRide uses a smartphone app for riders to schedule customized curb-to-curb transportation. Small neighborhood-friendly minibuses will pick-up riders and drop them off wherever they wish to travel within the City of New London. Along the way, the shuttle may pick-up other passengers who also request a ride. The shuttle’s minibuses are ADA accessible and accommodate people with disabilities.

“We are excited to be able to offer residents NL SmartRide, a flexible, on-demand curb-to-curb service,” said Mayor Michael Passero. “This new program will enhance the City’s current public transportation offerings, allowing riders to schedule trips on demand.”

HOW IT WORKS

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