The Revitalist

Google made news with the introduction of their route maps and itineraries for public transit (only available for a few cities at this time, Boston not included). But the NY Times picks up on Google's real transit initiative: a super-impressive shuttle bus network for its employees (via The Ground Floor). The buses serve about 1,200 Googlers, run on bio-diesel, and feature leather seats, wifi, bicycle racks, dog-friendly seats (canine companions are welcome at the Googleplex), and sms updates on late arrivals. And, like the cafeteria, the shuttle is free. For Google it's nice being green and all, but the best part is that the shuttle is a major recruiting tool. There is even anecdotal evidence that the real estate market is tighter near the shuttle stops.