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NYCT testing turbine-powered bus

The DesignLine buses, which have a capacity of either 35 or 37 seats, depending on the configuration, with 30 standees, are anticipated to have significantly reduced maintenance costs, and include a 12-year warranty on the turbine engine and lithium-ion battery pack, eliminating the need for midlife replacement.

KCATA launches bus tracker, social media pages

“Webwatch” will enable riders to see where their bus is and when it is expected to arrive at their stop. Also using Twitter and Facebook pages to alert customers to changes to routes, and to post contests, promotions and other passenger information.

Hill International wins FTA contract

The construction risk management firm will monitor all major FTA projects, and supplement the FTA's technical staff to evaluate grantee project management and technical capacity and capability to successfully implement major transit projects.

ITS America launches jobs site

Focusing on transportation and engineering industry companies, the ITS America Career Center will offer its members-and the engineering industry at large - "an easy-to-use and highly targeted resource for online employment connections."

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