Wheels Rolls Out Clipper 2.0
Wheels Rolls Out Clipper 2.0
Implements the next-generation Bay Area electronic fare system
LIVERMORE, Calif. – Wheels is excited to announce its activation of the next-generation Clipper system, introducing new features that offer a more convenient, accessible, and affordable payment experience. This upgrade brings faster, more flexible, and more connected fare options to transit riders. Users can apply instant reloads, transfer discounts, and tap-and-ride payments with phone or contactless cards.
The new system offers major feature upgrades, including the ability to pay adult fares with a contactless bank card, and to apply for Youth and Senior discount cards online.
Contactless bank card payments give Wheels riders more ways to pay, as all Bay Area transit riders can pay adult fares using plastic or mobile contactless bank cards—credit or debit—Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover. As riders start using this new way to pay, Wheels offer some tips for fast and accurate payments:
- Each rider must pay with their own card or mobile device.
- Contactless bank card payments are only good for adult fares. Youth, Senior, Clipper Access (formerly RTC) and Clipper START customers should continue to pay fares with their Clipper cards—they will not receive a discount with contactless bank cards.
- To ensure that the correct card gets charged, riders should remove their card from their wallet before tapping and make sure that they use the same card during transfers. Riders paying with a mobile device should select their preferred payment in Apple Wallet or Google Wallet.
Youth (ages 5-18) and seniors (over 65) can now apply for Youth and Senior Clipper cards through online applications at clippercard.com—making it easier than ever to access discounted fares.
For more information on Wheels and its services, visit https://link.edgepilot.com/s/f1d0b662/HlnXeWow70yLFYcmduoAYQ?u=http://www.wheelsbus.com/ or contact customer service at 925-455-7500. Keep up to date with rider alerts, schedule changes, and agency news by following us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
About the Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority
The Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority (LAVTA) was created in 1985 by the cities of Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton, and Alameda County. In addition to passenger fares, the agency is supported financially by federal, state and local agencies, including Alameda County Transportation Commission Measures B and BB. LAVTA supports sustainability by reducing vehicle trips, traffic congestion and improving air quality.
