To use the Travel Assistance Device, riders simply plan their trip online and follow the visual and verbal instructions on their cell phone.
Read More →Audio, video camera systems and driver partitions ideas being addressed.
Read More →Once again, Dallas-based Coach America rolls in at the top in METRO's annual motorcoach survey. Despite the lagging economy, two-thirds of carriers reported a substantial increase in business.
Read More →Representing a diverse cross section of cities across North America, this year's standout motorcoach operators show us how they cut costs to run leaner operations, enhance their fleets and grow their customer bases.
Read More →While a bevy of vehicle manufacturers showcased their hybrid models on the show floor, industry experts discussed alternative-fuel options, 2010 engine emissions standards and steps to achieve better fuel economy.
Read More →While demand for LCD widescreen monitors continues to grow, motorized flip-down monitors look to be the next big thing in on-board entertainment systems. Digital media players operated via USB flash drives appear to be on the horizon.
Read More →The federal agency's CSA2010 program, includes a series of evaluation measurements covering the areas of unsafe driving, drugs and alcohol and driver fitness.
Read More →Potential benefits to the public transit system include capital cost and schedule savings, greater use of private sector innovation and technology, and the ability to finance all or part of the overall lifecycle costs of the project with private funds.
Read More →As we look to expand the industry and procure new equipment to meet the growing demand for public transportation, governments and agencies must fund the talent side of our growing need.
Read More →Victor S. Parra is the president/CEO of the United Motorcoach Association.
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