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Read More →Transit agencies are turning to more modern, specialized bus shelters as a way to make themselves more attractive to potential passengers who still feel safer in their own vehicles.
Read More →Important FTA negotiations may finally clarify federal rules regarding public transit agencies and their ability to provide charter services. Those involved are hopeful that the process will finally end confusion.
Read More →Former FBI and CIA agents explain how transit systems should plan, prepare and train to reduce the chances fo a successful terrorist attack. Assessing vulnerability, finding funding and engaging partners are key strategies.
Read More →Robert Shaughnessy says his experience in heavy truck and bus manufacturing have prepared him well for taking the reins at NABI. He says market volatility and its impact on manufacturing capacity could be the biggest challenge for OEMs over the next few years.
Read More →New industry analysis shows process is getting longer and more cities are forgoing federal funding as a result.
Read More →An American in Germany describes how trains and buses made getting to the 2006 World Cup easy on the fans and environment.
Read More →Perhaps the most visible — and controversial — of the FTA’s policy changes in recent months are those that begin to interpret the new so-called “small starts” program created by SAFETEA-LU.
Read More →Public transportation offers many significant benefits to society. But it’s clearly not for everyone...
Read More →Latin American cities are looking at smaller scale public transport investments as a means to cope with growing traffic congestion while preserving their historic city centers.
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