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DART light rail and transit bus.
Managementby Staff and News ReportsAugust 31, 2026

DART Introduces Dashboard to Track Ridership Data

The initial release represents the first phase of DART’s efforts to expand access to ridership information. Additional dashboard features, data, and functionality will be introduced in future phases.

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The Economic Impact of Motorcoach Travel in the U.S.
Motorcoachby Alex RomanAugust 31, 2026

ABA Report: Motorcoach Travel Generates $161.6B Economic Impact

The 2025 analysis finds motorcoach travel supported nearly 900,000 jobs and generated $28 billion in federal, state, and local taxes.

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Six people hold shovels in dirt at the SEPTA 11th Street Station ground breaking.
Managementby Staff and News ReportsAugust 31, 2026

SEPTA Breaks Ground on $44M Accessibility Upgrade at 11th Street Station

The project will add elevators and other upgrades to make the busy L station fully ADA accessible, with a yearlong closure expected to accelerate construction and save up to $3 million.

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Santa Monica's Big Blue Bus' new electric buses.
Technologyby Alex RomanAugust 28, 2026

Biz Briefs: ChargePoint, Eaton Power Santa Monica’s Electric Bus Fleet Transition and More

From manufacturers and suppliers to transit agencies and motorcoach operators, these updates offer a snapshot of the projects, partnerships and business moves driving the industry forward.

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O'Hare Flyer Rendering
Railby Staff and News ReportsAugust 27, 2026

Chicago Leaders Unveil Plans for O’Hare Airport Express Train

The privately developed project would offer a 15-minute trip between downtown and O’Hare’s Terminal 2, with trains operating every 15 minutes on a dedicated track. The service would use battery-electric trains and three existing freight rail rights-of-way.

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Stay Connected with METRO
Technologyby Alex RomanAugust 27, 2026

Stay Connected With METRO Magazine Across Social Media

Are you following us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube? Join the METRO community now!

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NJ TRANSIT River Line Light Rail
Managementfrom Staff and News ReportsAugust 27, 2026

NJ TRANSIT Explores Unified Real-Time Customer Communications Platform

The agency is gathering industry input on AI, real-time data, and integrated communications technology as it prepares to procure a system that delivers faster, more consistent transit updates across every customer channel.

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An OCTA coastal rail line train.
Railfrom Staff and News ReportsAugust 27, 2026

OCTA Maps Out 30-Year Strategy to Protect Coastal Rail Corridor

The draft feasibility report identifies strategies to protect the coastal rail line for decades as the agency continues near-term stabilization and sand placement efforts.

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RTD Launches All-in-One NextRide App
Technologyby Alex RomanAugust 26, 2026

RTD Launches NextRide App to Consolidate Trip Planning, Fares, Security Reporting

The app expands on RTD’s existing NextRide web application and allows customers to view real-time vehicle locations and service alerts, purchase and store digital fares, and access customer support.

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A blue and white graphic with technician hands working on an engine and text reading "TAPTCO Updates OSHA Compliance Training for Transit Maintenance."
Security and Safetyby Elora HaynesAugust 25, 2026

TAPTCO Updates OSHA Compliance Training for Transit Maintenance Operations

The revamped program addresses 26 OSHA standards for maintenance facilities, with TAPTCO pointing to training, documentation, and everyday shop hazards as continuing challenges for transit operations.

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