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May 16, 2019

AVTA Achieves Milestone with One Million Miles of Zero-Emission Bus Operations

The Antelope Valley Transit Authority (AVTA) has reached a significant milestone in their quest to become

Apr 18, 2019

AVTA Providing Free Local and Commuter Bus Rides as Part of National “Get On Board” Day

Lancaster – The Antelope Valley Transit Authority (AVTA) announced today that it will join with other

Apr 16, 2019

The San Fernando Valley Business Journal Profiles Macy Neshati

The San Fernando Valley Business Journal (sfvbj.com) profiles Macy Neshati, Executive Director of Antelope Valley Transit

Apr 04, 2019

AVTA and BYD Celebrating Milestones in Electric Bus Technology

Lancaster, Calif. (4/03/19) – BYD (Build Your Dreams) announced Wednesday it produced its 300th bus at

Mar 21, 2019

Join us April 25, 2019 for National Get on Board Day

Save the date and join the AVTA as we participate in the American Public Transportation Associations’

Feb 12, 2019

AVTA Receives Leadership Award at Electric Bus Symposium

Pictured in the photo from left to right are AVTA Executive Director Macy Neshati, AVTA Director

Feb 07, 2019

We Want Your Input!

Metro invites you to a Public Hearing to explore unmet public transportation needs in your area.

Feb 04, 2019

ZEB Tech Showcase & Symposium

The Antelope Valley Transit Authority (AVTA), California Transit Association, and the The California Air Resources Board

Jan 28, 2019

AVTA Introducing Free Local Transfers

Local Transfers With Pre-Loaded TAP Cards Free For First Two Hours Lancaster – The Antelope Valley

Jan 23, 2019

AVTA to Assist Furloughed Federal Employees with Free Bus Rides

Lancaster – The Antelope Valley Transit Authority (AVTA), under the direction of the Board of Directors,

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