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Stories from the heart of public transit in Pinellas County

Welcome to our corner of the internet, where we nerd out about everything transit—fromthe fascinating history of our buses and maps to the incredible people who make PSTA what it is today. Whether you’re curious about how we launch new services, want to meet the amazing folks behind the wheel, or just love a good transit story, you’ll find it all right here.

  • Meet the New Girl in Town!

    On November 23rd, PSTA introduced Pinellas County to a new resident in the Sunshine city, AVA!  AVA stands for Autonomous Vehicle Advantage. As autonomous vehicle technology is becoming more advanced, PSTA is exploring its potential use in Pinellas County.  During her three-month pilot, AVA will be looking to gain feedback on how the community feels about the possibility…

  • PSTA Breaks Ground on SunRunner

    The future is almost here. On August 17th, 2020, construction of the Tampa Bay Region’s first Bus Rapid Transit began. Elected officials, board members, and PSTA staff broke ground on the SunRunner. This revolutionary transit system will move people either from Downtown St. Petersburg to the Sunset Capital of Florida, St. Pete Beach, or visa…

  • PSTA First Transit Agency To Be Named A Bronze Level Bicycle Friendly Business

    On July 9th, the League of American Bicyclists recognized PSTA with a Bronze level Bicycle Friendly Business (BFB) award, earning it a place alongside over 1,400 businesses across the country contributing to the movement to build a more Bicycle Friendly America. PSTA is the first transit agency in the state of Florida to receive this…

  • PSTA Introduces Official Bus Rapid Transit Name and Logo

    On July 8, local officials unveiled the regions first Bus Rapid Transit System’s official new name and logo. Introducing… the SunRunner! The all-new SunRunner is decked out with vibrant and vintage art from local artists Chad Mize and Catherine Woods. “MR SUN” himself is a salute to the character created by Griffin Advertising in the…

  • PSTA Requires Passengers to Wear Masks

    Wearing a mask or protective face covering is now mandatory on PSTA buses as of Friday, June 12 after the COVID-19 virus infection rate more than doubled in the state of Florida. If riders are not wearing a mask or protective face covering, they may be asked not to ride or passed by based on…

  • PSTA Debuts First Inductive Wireless Charging Station on US East Coast

    PSTA has joined the charge! On June 9th, 2020 PSTA officially opened the first Inductive Wireless Electric Bus Charging Station on the US East Coast. This new wireless charging station includes a primary charging plate aimed at reducing the wait time for our electric buses to be fully charged! With our fleet of two electric…

  • PSTA Officially Receives Federal Funding for Bus Rapid Transit Project

    A new era is coming to Pinellas county. As of May 29th, 2020 PSTA has officially received federal funding for the Bus Rapid Transit project. The funding, along from funds from the Department of Transportation (DOT) and City of St. Petersburg, completes the requirements for the cost of this project. Construction will officially begin in July, 2020.   Expected…

  • PSTA Proud to Keep #movingthefrontline

    The COVID-19 pandemic is an unprecedented challenge the world is facing day by day, together. Here in Pinellas County, we can all do our part to help. While essential workers are making sacrifices showing up to work every day to protect us, the rest of us can stay home to help stop the spread. In…

  • PSTA Joined #SoundTheHorn Initiative to Honor Transit Employees

    On April 16, PSTA joined hundreds of transit systems across the United States in a coordinated day of action to simultaneously sound the horns on fleets of buses, boats and trains to honor the heroic efforts of transit workers. As a tribute to these #HeroesMovingHeroes on the front lines during the COVID-19 pandemic, PSTA drivers…

  • Essential Rides Only

    To help slow the spread of COVID-19, PSTA is asking that our services are only utilized for essential trips. “Usually we always thank people for choosing to ride transit.” said Brad Miller, Chief Executive Officer of PSTA, “But of course, now everything has changed. I am hoping everyone practices social distancing and allows the buses…