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Management•by Staff•July 1, 2003

CTTransit tests hybrid-electric buses

CTTransit is hoping to identify the next generation of transit vehicles through its testing of diesel-electric hybrid buses.

Rail•by Staff•July 1, 2003

San Pedro, Calif., revives red car line

Red Cars are back in service in San Pedro, Calif., nearly a half century after the original service closed down in 1958.

Management•by Staff•July 1, 2003

Buy America coalition cites progress

The coalition of transit suppliers that is pushing for refinements in Buy America regulations as they relate to transit projects has been successful in getting an amendment added to the 2004 transportation appropriations bill in the House.

Management•by Staff•July 1, 2003

Feds give $20M to motorcoach operators

The grants will be used for a variety of security needs and for infrastructure enhancements.

Rail•by Staff•July 1, 2003

Amtrak reform bill puts burden on states

Under the administration’s plan, Amtrak would transition over time into three entities.

Management•by Staff•July 1, 2003

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.

Rail•by Cliff Henke, North American Bus Industries•June 1, 2003

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?

Management•by Christopher Ferrone, freelancer•June 1, 2003

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.

Management•by By Paul Hartley, freelancer•June 1, 2003

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.

Management•by Albert Neal, editorial assistant•June 1, 2003

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.

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