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Managementby Janna Starcic, Senior EditorApril 1, 2006

Coach Operators Beef Up Lean Times With School Bus Service

With its steady cash flow, school bus service is an appealing way for motorcoach operators looking to diversify and fill in service gaps.

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New Mobilityby Greg Moscoe, David Kantor and Cliff HenkeApril 1, 2006

10 Technologies That Will Shape the Future of Public Transportation

As public transit continues to grow in popularity in the U.S., advances in propulsion, software, ITS, fare collection and other areas will have a direct effect on ridership in the next decade.

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Managementby StaffApril 1, 2006

OCTA's Art Leahy Balances Buses, Rail and Freeways

Orange County Transportation Authority's CEO straddles a wide range of transportation responsibilities in California's second-most populous county. Delivering top-notch customer service and improving efficiency are among his top priorities.

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Managementby Joey Campbell, Managing EditorApril 1, 2006

Crash Energy Management Signals Paradigm Shift in American Rail Safety

Across the globe, rail safety tends to emphasize prevention through a range of communications and sensing technologies. But recent accidents in the U.S. have placed the focus on railcar design and minimization of collision impact.

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Managementby StaffApril 1, 2006

Contractors Feel Strain of Tight Transit Markets

Four contractor executives talk about the challenges they face in expanding the volume of transit service operated by the private sector. Key hurdles include fixation on price, labor concerns and cutthroat competition for marketshare.

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Managementby Steve Hirano, EditorApril 1, 2006

What coach operators need to know about 2007 engines

Engines and filters will require ultra low sulfur diesel, which is more expensive than traditional diesel.

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Managementby StaffApril 1, 2006

Bizarre transit police force raises security questions

California-based San Gabriel Valley Transit Authority, which operates only five buses, was found to have its own police force with an antiterrorism unit.

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Managementby StaffApril 1, 2006

Public transit options for the few, the proud

Camp Lejeune base bus system in North Carolina provides rides to eligible Marines and military employees.

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Managementby StaffApril 1, 2006

Associations testify before Congress for security funding

Security bill will help fund training, new equipment and high-tech information systems for vehicles.

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Managementby Lori AckenApril 1, 2006

Weathering the Storm of Transit Politics

Four top transit managers discuss their biggest political challenges and how they handle them. Listening skills, partnering abilities and clear communication are keys to their success.

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