TRC Pilot Service
Experience the future of transit now.
Interested in exploring a pilot service with The Routing Company?
Read on to get started.
The public transit experience should be better – for everyone.
Welcome to an exclusive, limited-time opportunity to participate in The Routing Company’s pilot service.
This no-cost pilot allows transit agencies to experience our innovative solutions firsthand, gaining valuable insights into how TRC technology can enhance your agency’s operations.
Our pilot program is designed to help transit agencies explore TRC’s cutting-edge, on-demand solutions.
Not familiar with our current partners, or would like to discuss how Pingo is serving agencies across the country with real results? We can help connect you – just ask for a reference in your application!
Why this matters
TRC’s solutions are already making a measurable difference for transit agencies, and our current partners are excited to share this pilot service opportunity with peer agencies.
By joining, your agency can experience the benefits of TRC’s platform firsthand, backed by real-world data and insights from other operators.
For a deeper look at our impact, explore our case studies illustrating measurable outcomes across various communities.
Benefits of pilot service
- Peer reviewed service, firsthand insights: Agencies participate in the pilot with the ability to speak to a current TRC partner. This peer-to-peer recommendation means your agency will have access to detailed, tactical insights based on real-world experience – insights you wouldn’t find anywhere else. Just tell us about your service operation and we'll find a good contact and referral so you can hear it from them, not just us.
- Access proven technology at no cost: This pilot service offers a no-cost chance to test the efficiency, flexibility, and impact of our technology. It’s a valuable opportunity to evaluate how TRC’s solutions can directly support your transit goals.
- Experience Pingo service risk-free: This limited-time pilot service allows your agency to explore TRC’s platform without any strings attached. It’s a risk-free way to assess the platform’s fit for your needs and to gather data on its potential impact.
- Strengthen community connections and transit networks: This program supports more than just individual agencies; it fosters a network of transit operators who can share insights and collaborate, helping create a stronger, more connected transit community.
Eligibility
This pilot service is open to any registered private or public transit operator in the United States. That's it!
How to participate
To apply, just give us a shout at move@theroutingcompany.com with your name, job title, agency, and a few service development details on how a pilot could be beneficial to you and your riders.
Not sure? We recommend reaching out to a few of our customers because it’s an endorsement from agencies already benefiting from TRC’s innovative transit solutions.
- Applications Open: Thursday, October 1, 2026
- Applications Close: Friday, November 20, 2026
- Application Screening Process: December 2026
- Anticipated Service Launch: March/April 2027
This is how transit innovation comes to life
Take advantage of this free, limited-time pilot to explore TRC’s solutions and see how they can transform public mobility in your community.
Secure your place, and experience the future of transit with TRC’s pilot service.
- Applications open October 1, 2026.
- Applications close 5:00pm PT on November 20, 2026, and must be received before the deadline to be considered.
Questions? Please reach out, we'd love to chat. Find us at move@theroutingcompany.com.
“Pingo completely transformed how we operate. By leveraging real-time analytics and insights, we made data-driven decisions that nearly doubled WAVE's weekly unique riders and dramatically improved efficiency across the board. TRC’s unwavering customer support and collaborative partnership have been just as impactful – they’ve been with us every step of the way, ensuring we maximize the value of the platform for our community. Together, we’re achieving results that were unimaginable.”
Marie Gress, Executive Director, WAVE Bus
TRC Pilot Partner, Michigan