DART Blog

DART is redesigning its transit network this year and plans to change bus routes and services in summer 2026. Here are five key insights DART staff learned about designing a new system. 

As part of an ongoing commitment to operate as efficiently as possible, DART became the first public transit agency in Iowa to test electric buses in fleet. Explore the lessons DART learned from the pilot and discover why the electric buses are no longer on the road.

Todd Kilzer is a regular DART Paratransit rider and serves on DART's Transit Riders Advisory Committee. Read how DART plays an important role in connecting Todd to critical medical care appointments every week.

Public transit agencies across the Midwest are identifying new ways to expand people's access to transportation and encourage higher use. Here are four examples of how communities are thinking creatively about public transit. 

Interest in microtransit is growing across the country as the way people travel changes. Here's a closer look at the benefits and limitations of microtransit for riders and transit agencies.

At DART, we're committed to providing safe and reliable transportation to riders with disabilities. Here's an in-depth look at how we go above and beyond what is required of public transit agencies to ensure central Iowans with physical or intellectual disabilities have a positive experience on our buses.

From residents and visitors to businesses and neighborhoods, DART is a public service providing value to all in central Iowa. Here we dig into the ways DART impacts the communities it serves.

DART provides 3.2 million rides to central Iowa residents and visitors each year. Curious why someone would ride DART? In fall 2022, DART conducted a customer survey. Let’s explore the top six reasons riders are using public transportation in central Iowa.