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Management•by Staff•January 1, 2003

S.C. bus operation changes hands

The change in operations came as a natural result of Central Midlands being the last transportation system in the United States that was owned and operated by a private utility company.

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Management•by Staff•January 1, 2003

Setra’s S417 debuts in North America

Setra’s latest model coach, S417, was developed specifically for the North American market, where major growth has been seen for luxury motorcoaches.

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Management•by Staff•January 1, 2003

Stagecoach sheds Coach USA units

Scotland-based transport group Stagecoach is to close or sell much of the Coach USA business it bought in 1999.

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Management•by Leslie Davis, Managing Editor•January 1, 2003

BusCon Coverage: Why Mid-Sized Buses Are Becoming the Preferred Vehicle

Reduced maintenance costs, longer service life and improved maneuverability are just a few of the things that make buses 31 to 38 feet more appealing to operators.

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Management•by Janna Starcic, assistant editor•January 1, 2003

Coach USA clings to No. 1 in Top 50

Fleet totals take a 15% dip in METRO’s 17th annual fleet survey, where average fleet size dropped by 41 buses.

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Management•by Metro staff•November 1, 2002

Security AlertWMATA CEO Strives to Minimize Vulnerability of D.C. Transit System

With the nation's capital at his feet, CEO Richard A. White says the Washington Area Metropolitan Transit Authority has developed some cutting-edge strategies for disaster prevention, emergency response and asset protection.

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Rail•by Thomas McMahon•November 1, 2002

Light Rail Breathes Life Back Into Suburbs

Transit-oriented developments, specifically those involving light rail, can serve as a catalyst for reviving dead areas in American suburbs. Here's a look at how two have re-created their downtowns and revitalized their communities.

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Management•by Leslie Davis, Steve Hirano and Janna Starcic•November 1, 2002

APTA Strikes it Rich in Las Vegas

EXPO draws in record attendance and showcases the latest technology. Reauthorization and security are common themes at meeting.

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Management•by Janna Starcic, Assistant Editor•November 1, 2002

How to Get the Best Motorcoach Coverage in a Tough Insurance Market

Multi-million dollar claims, a crumbling stock market, insurance fraud and the effects of September 11 have elevated insurance premiums significantly. Find out how motorcoach operators can minimize risk and meet these new demands. Part 2 of 2.

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Management•by By Steve Hirano, Editor•August 1, 2002

MBTA calms teens with Gershwin's rhapsody

Soothing music has helped curtail violence at suburban station.

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