VIA Expands WiFi Connections; Becomes First Large Public Transportation Provider In the Nation to Offer WiFi Throughout Its Fleet and Facilities

SAN ANTONIO, Sept. 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- VIA Metropolitan Transit is expanding the availability of free wireless internet service to encompass the agency's entire fleet and facilities. This makes VIA the largest public transportation provider in the nation to offer 4G LTE WiFi Service systemwide.

"This is an exciting time for VIA as we announce that all of our buses and facilities are now equipped with 4G LTE WiFi service as a free amenity for our riders," said VIA President/CEO Jeffrey Arndt. "This is a significant step toward expanding WiFi throughout our system. As the first large public transportation provider in the nation to begin complimentary, systemwide 4G LTE WiFi service, VIA is proud to offer these enhanced amenities for our customers. Riders are now able to access reliable 4GLTE WiFi service everywhere VIA goes, allowing them to stay connected throughout the day."

VIA's expanded 4G LTE service provided in partnership with Verizon and Cradlepoint is an enhancement over the previous 3G wireless service available on express routes, the Primo route, and 11 transit centers. Now the improved and expanded service is available on all bus routes and VIA properties, and it will also be available on VIAtrans paratransit vans by November 1.

"San Antonio remains committed to being a world-class city and certainly, transportation and technology are two important components of great cities," said Henry Cisneros, Chairman of the Board of the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce. "VIA's addition of free WiFi services throughout their fleet and all facilities complements recent technological advances in the San Antonio area, allowing VIA customers to enjoy additional conveniences and amenities as they travel throughout our region using public transportation."

VIA Metropolitan Transit provides public transportation services to 13 cities in the San Antonio area and the unincorporated areas of Bexar County. VIA buses operate seven days a week on 90 bus routes, and last year, VIA provided 44 million rides across the region. VIA's mission is to enhance the community's environment and quality of life by providing regional and customer-oriented public transportation that is dependable, cost effective and enticing to more riders. VIA's AAA bond rating reflects sound management and financial practices. Visit www.viainfo.net for more information. Follow us on www.facebook.com/VIATransit, www.Twitter.com/VIA_Transit, and www.YouTube.com/user/VIAMetroTransit.

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