May 18, 2020 | Media Advisories and Press Releases
As we all work to navigate a new normal many parents are looking for ways to entertain children at home. Knoxville Area Transit wants to help bring public transit to your kids! There are so many activities you can do while you ride the bus; you can read, listen to...
Mar 25, 2020 | Media Advisories and Press Releases
Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) is urging the public to refrain from using transit except in the case of essential needs such as work, grocery and drug stores. In an attempt to keep bus operators as safe and distanced from the public as possible, as well as protect...
Dec 10, 2019 | Media Advisories and Press Releases
Mayor Madeline Rogero and others celebrated the purchase of Knoxville’s first all-electric buses, with an announcement and a ride on the all-electric bus from the selected manufacturer, New Flyer. Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) is hopeful that the new buses will begin...
Oct 25, 2019 | Media Advisories and Press Releases
Knoxville Area Transit is pleased to announce that Mayor Madeline Rogero has been awarded the Distinguished Service Award by the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) for her efforts in enhancing and promoting transit in Knoxville throughout her two terms...
Aug 29, 2019 | Media Advisories and Press Releases
Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) is proposing route and schedule changes to several routes which, if approved, would take effect in January 2020. Proposed Changes by Route: Route 12 – Western Avenue: To improve on-time performance and connections as well as streamline...
Jul 25, 2019 | Media Advisories and Press Releases
Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero is wrapping up two successful terms in office this year, but her positive impact on transit in this small city will be felt for years to come. Mayor Rogero understands that transit is essential to a fair and equitable city, and she has...