Demetrius Crichlow
Coverage of Demetrius Crichlow in the Nexus archive.
- About ‘D’-arn time: MTA rolls out shiny new R211 trains on the D line, replacing 1980s-era rail cars
The MTA has introduced new R211 trains on the D line, replacing older R68 models from the 1980s. The R211s feature wider doors, digital displays, and improved reliability. The new trains have a significantly higher mean distance between failures compared to the R68s and are part of an ongoing fleet upgrade.
- EXCLUSIVE | NYC Transit President Crichlow talks with amNewYork about ‘European’ fare enforcement on buses
MTA NYC Transit is piloting electronic fare enforcement using handheld devices with EAGLE Teams to combat fare evasion on buses, transitioning from MetroCards to the OMNY tap-and-pay system. The agency is testing this 'European style' model primarily on Select Bus Service routes to verify fare payments and issue summonses.
- Fare evasion: MTA honcho says pilot of ‘European’ enforcement model now focused on express buses
The MTA is piloting a new fare enforcement model on express buses using handheld devices to validate OMNY payments, shifting focus from local routes. The transition aims to train staff and prepare for broader implementation, with challenges including limited technology and personnel.
- Smooth ride: MTA upgrades Rockaway Park shuttle trains with new railcars
The MTA has introduced new R211A railcars on the Rockaway Park shuttle line in Queens, replacing the 1970s-era R46 fleet. The upgraded trains feature wider doors, security cameras, improved accessibility, and digital displays, aligning with the MTA's systemwide effort to modernize subway cars.