Here the key do's and don'ts:
The agency outlined the plan when it officially adopted the change Monday and stressed a host of safety rules. The idea is to increase access to MTA transit points for people who don't live within walking distance from stations, which is part of an overarching strategy to combat some of the financial losses the agency incurred over the last few years.
So does this mean anyone can haul one of these devices, which can be quite unwieldy, aboard any MTA anything?Not quite. First, no hoverboards. No Citi Bikes or other rentals either. And express buses are off-limits. That means no personal electric vehicles , foldable or otherwise.
Must use Underwriter Laboratory -certified batteries; must not emit environmental contaminants or have damaged batteries The rules apply to everyone who uses the mass transit system. Violations can range from penalties to fines to being kicked out of the transit system, the MTA says."An accessible transit system that is reachable and convenient to use benefits all New Yorkers," NYC Transit President Richard Davey said in a statement."System accessibility is essential for all MTA riders and this policy allows riders in less well-served areas to better connect with the transit system in a safe manner.
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