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Whitby Autonomous Vehicle Electric shuttle pilot conclusion

Whitby, Ontario – The Whitby Autonomous Vehicle Electric (WAVE) shuttle pilot project will conclude testing in February 2022. The project team would like to thank all partners, sponsors, staff and members of the community for their support during the testing period.

The conclusion of the pilot project was announced at the Durham Region Transit Executive Committee (TEC) Meeting on Wednesday, February 2, following additional updates on the WAVE shuttle pilot project. More than 250 passengers had...

Service delays due to weather

Whitby, Ontario – Due to inclement weather, services are delayed as Durham Region Transit (DRT) operators are using extra caution as they travel at reduced speeds, reflecting weather conditions. 

When: Monday, January 17, 2022.

Where: The following services are impacted due to weather conditions: 

• DRT services across the Region are delayed.
• On Demand service in rural and urban communities is suspended until tomorrow.
• Specialized transit non-essential travel is unavailable.
• Overnight service is cancelled.

January 3, 2022 and January 10, 2022 service updates

Whitby, Ontario – This January, Durham Region Transit (DRT) service will be modified in two phases.

When: The first phase of service updates come into effect on January 3, 2022 and the second phase of updates will begin on January 10, 2022.

Where: Routes are being adjusted across Durham Region as follows:

Service update

Affected routes

Additional trips

N1

Schedule updates

216, 224, 392, 403, 405, 407, 410, 411, PULSE 900, PULSE 901, 902, 905, 915, 917, 920, N2

Route adjustments

302

Replacement/temporary...

Statement from Durham Region Transit

Whitby, Ontario – On December 16, Durham Region Transit (DRT) and project partners of the Whitby Autonomous Vehicle Electric (WAVE) shuttle were informed about a collision involving a safety attendant who was in the shuttle at that time.

We were saddened to hear about this disturbing event, and are deeply concerned for the attendant, who was taken to hospital. Our focus, at this time, continues to be on the well-being of the individual.

Circumstances around the cause of the collision are not yet...

Transit Executive Committee: Upcoming service changes, U-Pass extension, zero fare transit follow-up, ridership growth

Whitby, Ontario – Members of the Transit Executive Committee (TEC) met virtually on December 8, 2021 to discuss various Durham Region Transit (DRT) initiatives and updates. Details and highlights include:

• Upcoming service changes: Service changes came into effect on December 6, 2021, including route modifications. Further adjustments will be made effective January 10, 2022. Riders are encouraged to stay up to date with schedules by visiting DurhamRegionTransit.com, using the Transit and DRT On...