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First Transit acquires Coach USA transit services

The transaction adds more than 1,300 vehicles and nearly 2,000 new employees at more than 30 locations.

Popularity of New Starts Outgrows Available Funding

More than $40 billion in projects across the country seeks $20 billion in federal funding; less than half of that is available under the most optimistic scenario. Can you say innovative financing?

9 Ways to Control and Reduce Garage Costs

Common sense and some long-range strategies in areas such as equipment standardization, ready-line inspections, workload monitoring and diagnostics can help to minimize a fleet’s maintenance costs and improve safety.

The Race for Better Stopping Performance

New federal limits for stopping distance are scheduled for 2007, but brake manufacturers are already hard at work developing the technology.

Bell Trans Rides Coattails of Sin City

Successful transportation firm started as a limousine service, but has added charter buses, taxis and trolleys to keep up with Las Vegas’ growing popularity and diverse needs.

For Transit Agencies, Bus Size Is Relative

Why perception and maneuverability are what counts when it comes to running smaller vehicles.

Buy America or Bye, America?

Concerns have cropped up recently about changes in the manner in which Buy America is being interpreted and applied by federal regulators.

Transit Crisis: Bridging the Budget Gap

Funding shortfalls have forced countless transportation agencies to increase fares, cut services and lay off workers. See how partnerships, non-traditional programs and belt-tightening strategies have helped ease the pain.

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