By Joseph Morales
Manhattan, the most transit-dependent borough in New York City, is a hub of activity. Its relentless gridlock makes the NYC Subway critical for the mobility of New Yorkers and tourists alike. According to data from the NYC Department of City Planning, 77% of Manhattanites and 54% of all NYC residents do not own a car, making the subway not just a more convenient option but a necessity for a significant portion of Manhattan and the city’s population.
Read More »
By Joseph Morales
The Concourse Line(B,D) is a vital subway line running along the Grand Concourse in The Bronx. The line links many of the borough’s most densely populated communities together, such as Fordham, Mt. Eden, and parts of the South Bronx. Major Bronx destinations along the line include Montefiore Medical Center, Fordham University and Yankee Stadium. In addition, it connects these neighborhoods to Manhattan and Brooklyn along with other lines in the NYC Subway system. According to data from the NYC Department of City Planning, only 25-36% of households in the community districts along the line have access to a vehicle. Hence, the subway line is one of the primary means of travel for many residents. Based on data from the MTA, the Concourse line had over 137,000 daily riders in 2022.
Read More »
By Joseph Morales
Trolleys were once a widespread and reliable means of getting around New York City and many other cities in the United States. Trolley lines were once just as widespread as today’s bus routes across cities. Since most Americans in cities took mass transit to work, trolleys had plenty of riders and the companies that operated them often made large profits. Unfortunately for the companies, the rise of the automobile led to cars often blocking trolley tracks and creating congestion which caused delays. According to the Daily News, trolleys were also considered old-fashioned by many due to the noises they made, such as “screeching wheels and clanging bells,” along with their wheels losing traction on icy inclines during the winter. This led to many NYC companies converting their trolley services into bus services and most bus routes run by the MTA today are the semblance of a former trolley line.
Read More »
By Joseph Morales
Six Flags Great Adventure is by far one of the most popular amusement parks in the Northeast. Located about 70 miles from NYC, the park is known for its jaw-dropping roller coasters and fantasy-themed rides. In 2021 according to AECOM, Six Flags Great Adventure attracted more than 2.9 million visitors, making it a premier family recreation destination. As COVID-19 concerns have eased since then, the number of visitors in 2022 and 2023 was likely higher.
Read More »
By Joseph Morales
The Nostrand Avenue Line is a busy subway line in Brooklyn. The line runs from Franklin Ave-Medgar Avenue College and Flatbush Av-Brooklyn College and is served by the 2 and 5 lines. The Nostrand Avenue Line connects several densely populated neighborhoods in Central Brooklyn, such as Midwood, Flatbush, and Prospect Lefferts Gardens. Additionally, the line provides connections to both local and express service on the Eastern Pkwy Line(2,3,4,5), which provides access to even more destinations across Brooklyn and Manhattan. Overall, the line served over 35,000 riders per day in 2022 according to MTA statistics.
Read More »
By Joseph Morales
Public transportation is the backbone of New York City. Due to the city’s congestion and limited parking space, many take public transportation to avoid the hassles associated with driving. Given the city’s high cost of living, many find driving to be prohibitively expensive and hence also decide to opt for transit. As a result of these factors and others, 46% of New Yorkers do not own a car and hence rely on public transit to get wherever they need to go. This tally does not include suburbanites who take mass transit in New York City in lieu of driving for the same reasons as residents.
Read More »
Transit Central 