The phrase "new elevators" refers to recently built or installed vertical transportation devices that carry people or goods up and down in buildings. Full definition
Worked with contractors for completing larger renovation projects, replaced old and installed new elevators (jobhero.com)
The MTA said its capital program has $ 4 billion for stations, includes $ 2 billion for critical repairs and maintenance such as the Enhanced Station Initiative program, $ 1 billion for new elevators at 19 stations to make them comply with standards for accessible design outlined in the Americans with Disabilities Act and $ 519 million for the new fare payment system that will replace the MetroCard over the next five years. (observer.com)
Even a recent approval of $ 200 million in station upgrades did not include the installation of new elevators, further angering disability advocates. (ny.curbed.com)