"Disgruntled travellers were quick to point out that half the time you "can't even hear what the conductor says" between busted speakers and crackling audio transmissions, while some expressed concern that "condition[ing] riders to ignore audio messages" could pose a safety risk when it comes to emergency announcements."
""There is not a corner of our existing that is free from corporations trying to sell us shit. It is exhausting!" one vented, while another simply begged, "Please God no.""
""If we are forced to listen to ads on our commute then our commute should be free," someone else asserted, with another agreeing that they might be more understanding if the subway was free to the public."
The MTA is piloting audio advertisements at 75 decibels in select New York City subway stations during spring, with feedback to be reviewed in June. Commuters strongly oppose the initiative, citing multiple concerns including sensory overstimulation and safety risks. Riders note that existing audio systems already fail to transmit conductor announcements clearly, and worry that conditioning passengers to ignore audio messages could compromise emergency communication effectiveness. Many commuters express frustration with pervasive corporate advertising throughout daily life. Several riders demand free subway fares if advertisements become permanent, arguing that paying for commutes while enduring forced advertising is unacceptable, especially given recent fare increases.
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