Bradford West Gwillimbury residents to get
door-to-door transit service at regular bus fares
TORONTO, Dec. 18,
2024 /CNW/ - Argo Corporation (TSXV: ARGH) (OTCQX:
ARGHF), pioneer of smart-city transit solutions, today announced
Bradford West Gwillimbury (BWG), Ontario as the first municipality and customer
to adopt its intelligent, all-electric public transit system.
Starting in early 2025, BWG residents can use Argo's mobile app to
get door-to-door rides anywhere in town at regular transit fares.
The service will connect directly with Ontario's GO trains, making it easier - and
preferable - for everyone to use public transit.
"Argo's intelligent, all-electric system will transform mobility
in BWG, making public transit more convenient than driving while
remaining as affordable as taking the bus," said Praveen Arichandran, co-CEO and co-founder of
Argo. "Together with BWG Council and regional partners, we're
delivering a transit model that connects people to opportunity and
sets a standard for cities worldwide."
A Blueprint for Scalable Urban Mobility
Argo combines electric vehicles and smart-routing technology to
create better public transit. Residents can book door-to-door rides
through an easy-to-use mobile app, with guaranteed connections to
GO trains and local buses. The system adjusts to demand in
real-time, reducing wait times and making transit more reliable
than driving.
"Bradford West Gwillimbury's transit solution will empower our
residents and strengthen our community while positioning us for a
sustainable future," said Mayor James
Leduc. "This approach enhances mobility for all residents,
saving time and money while supporting our community building
goals. We are thrilled to establish BWG as a model for sustainable
urban growth."
This scalable system is built to grow with BWG's community,
meeting the evolving needs of a growing population. It promises
faster commutes, improved reliability, and enhanced
accessibility–key factors in elevating public transit use and
reducing car reliance.
Made in Canada
Founded by former leaders from Tesla, Uber, and other top tech
companies, Argo brings world-class Canadian tech talent home to
solve local and global transit challenges. Partnering with all
levels of government, Argo looks forward to showcasing Canadian
innovation on a global stage. Since September 2024, Argo School has successfully
provided reliable transportation for a series of Greater Toronto Area (GTA) private schools,
proving this approach delivers a transformative experience.
A Vision for the Future
Argo's mission is to make public transit the easiest way to get
around any city. Starting with the Town of BWG, we're showing how
smart routing and electric vehicles can give everyone access to
affordable, convenient transportation while helping municipalities
reduce traffic, emissions, and noise.
For more information about Argo, its technology and team, visit
www.rideargo.com. Follow the company on LinkedIn and Instagram for
updates.
About Argo
Founded in June 2024, Argo helps
cities upgrade their public transit systems with door-to-door
service at regular transit fares. By providing electric vehicles
and smart-routing technology, Argo makes public transportation work
better for everyone. The company launched Argo School in
September 2024 and will begin
city-wide service in Bradford in
early 2025. Learn more at www.rideargo.com.
Praveen Arichandran, Co-CEO
Argo Corporation
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