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New NYC subway map unveiled by MTA. Here's what has changed.

A lot has changed on the subway in the last 45 years, including stations, train cars, platforms, and even how we pay. But one thing that hadn't changed is the subway map. That is, until now.

MTA unveils first new NYC subway map in 50 years

When the subway first opened in 1904, maps were simple diagrams that depicted individual subway companies, such as the Interborough Rapid Transit Company (IRT), the Brooklyn-Manhattan Transit Company (BMT), and the city-owned Independent Subway System (IND).

New NYC subway map is easier to read and use, MTA says

The redesigned map includes brighter colors, bold, straight lines, and a white background, all aimed at maximizing contrast and legibility.

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New York City releases first new subway map in decades

New York's MTA has released a redesigned map of its subway system, which maintains the colours of the prior one while ...

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority unveils new subway map, which harkens back to the 1972 version by Massimo Vignelli

The MTA formally unveiled yesterday its new subway map that will go up in stations and train cars all over town.

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