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.

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

The Metropolitan Transportation Agency has unveiled the first new map for the New York City subway system in almost half a century. On Wednesday, the transportation agency announced the roll out of the new map — a more stylized presentation for the city’s 120-year-old train system.