MTA testing new turnstile gates to combat fare evasion

By FOX 5 NY STAFF

Published May 17, 2023 6:24pm EDT

Prototype of turnstile gate to combat NYC fare-beating

The MTA unveiled its new models at Grand Central Terminal that are designed to cut down on fare evasion.

NEW YORK - The MTA is testing out a new turnstile in order to cut down on fare evasion.

The two new models were unveiled Wednesday inside Grand Central Terminal.

Both feature clear, tall doors that swing open.

NYC buses see spike in fare evasions

Fare evasion is on the rise on buses in New York City, exacerbating the financial crisis the MTA is already facing.

The MTA also demonstrated how the alarm system works if someone tries to follow another person without paying.

A study by the MTA recently found that fare evasion cost nearly $690M last year.