Why do bus drivers press a button when you don't pay?
Why do bus drivers press a button when you don't pay? It's the driver pressing a button to count them as a rider. The MTA wants accurate ridership data, fare evasion or not.
Why do buses just stop and wait?
If the driver is ahead of schedule, and he/she is at a timing point listed on the schedule, he/she is waiting there so that passengers who would be at the bus stop on time are still able to board.
Why is the back of the bus more bumpy?
Originally Answered: Why does the back side of the bus bump more than the front seats? Just as the edge of a fan moves faster and travels a longer distance, just for the reason that it is far away from the Center. The same applys here. The rear end is far away from the point of movement i.e, the tyres.
What does the yellow button mean on a bus?
Depending on the type of bus, press the yellow strip, push the yellow button or pull the cord above the window. The driver will stop at the next bus stop. If you are not familiar with the area, ask the driver to let you know when the bus is nearing your destination.
Why is there a button in the back of the bus?
The reset button is usually located above the back row of seats so the driver walks to the back of the bus (and checks for children) to reset the alarm. In some child safety alarm models there is not a reset button. Rather, the emergency door handle needs to be lifted up to reset the alarm.
Why do people yell back door on the bus?
Riders yell out “back door” when they forget to pull the stop cord and realize they are at their stop. If you pull the cord (lanyard) it won't sound, cause the coach is stopped and the front door open. “Back door please” lets the operator know you wish to exit the rear door.
Why do you tap off on a bus?
Tap On, Tap Off for return journeys In addition, if you decide to make several journeys in that day your fare will be capped at the daily rate. Using Tap On, Tap off means you only pay for the journeys you have made and gives you more flexibility should your travel needs change.
Why do bus drivers idle?
Some drivers let the bus idle because they're worried customers won't like the heating or air-conditioning temporarily turning off (assuming the bus doesn't have idling reduction technology). But most of the time, the bus cabin will easily maintain a comfortable temperature for the time it takes to load and unload.
What happens if you dont tap your card off the bus?
If you don't tap off, your card will be charged the maximum fare.
Why do bus drivers stop at empty stops?
The stop you mentioned is likely a 'time point' on the route schedule. If the bus is ahead of schedule a wait at this location will allow the driver to 'kill time' and return to the posted schedule. Most time points are also key stops on a route where passengers can transfer from one route to another.
Why do buses ignore me?
Due to the unpredictable nature of traffic, traffic signals, and delays caused by passengers, buses are rarely on time so that already puts pressure on a driver not to wait. The bus is on a route that doesn't include stopping there. The bus is going out of service and is not picking up more passengers.