For 25 years, Detroiters have come together to fight for more and better public transit under the banner of Transportation Riders United.

Join decades of TRU members, allies, and champions to celebrate how far Detroit transit has come, and to see what the next 25 years will hold.

Building a Better Detroit Through Better Public Transit

TRU advocates for a seamless transit network that connects our communities to empower riders, create vibrant neighborhoods, and help Michigan thrive.

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TRU believes everyone should be able to get where they need to go. 

Transportation Riders United (TRU) is your voice for accessible, reliable, and affordable public transit in the greater Detroit region. Since 1999, we’ve been fighting to make sure everyone has the freedom to get where they need to go – to work, school, healthcare, and more.

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Transit Voices: Deanne Austin, by Planet Detroit

When getting to the doctor is half the battle in Detroit Without reliable transportation, Detroiters in need of regular medical care struggle to get to hospitals, clinics or pharmacies. This article was originally posted in Planet Detroit, written by Eleanore ...

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