BART fare gates will now accept credit and debit card payments, facilitating a tap-and-ride system for easier access, especially for infrequent and out-of-town riders. This change aims to encourage travelers from airports to use BART for their transport needs, eliminating the requirement to purchase a separate Clipper card. Despite this advancement, the Bay Area has faced delays in implementing open payment systems, although such systems have been operation in cities like London and New York. Advocates call for broader adoption of open payments across all local transit agencies to enhance user experience.
BART fare gates will start opening with the tap of a credit or debit card, improving accessibility for out-of-town guests and infrequent riders as a tap-and-ride system.
Open payment systems are already standard in cities like London and New York, contrasting with the Bay Area's delayed implementation due to technical glitches.
Advocates stress the need for open payment systems with fare capping and discount policies, urging Bay Area transit agencies to adopt these standards for better accessibility.
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