WASHINGTON – Metro is looking for a few good riders to test out a new fare system.
The new system will accept payments from contactless credit cards and mobile phones directly at the turnstile, in addition to traditional farecards.
Up to 3,000 riders are needed to test the system at 10 Metro stations, along six bus routes and at two parking locations.
The pilot program begins in January and will run about three months.
Volunteers must be regular riders and will earn “bonus incentives,” according to Metro.
Riders interested in volunteering can learn more and sign up at wmata.com/paymentpilot.
Metro hopes to replace the existing farecard readers and vending machines at Metro stations and to add payment options aboard buses and at parking gates.
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