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Riding the Airwaves of Satellite Radio

XM and Sirius radio allow operators to change music without changing tapes.

Optimism about 2002 recovery should be backed by action

For many reasons, including, of course, the events of Sept. 11, I’m glad 2001 is behind us. But there is much work ahead this year.

Insurance premium crunch created by the ‘perfect storm’

Today, the bus insurance industry is in a peculiar situation: It can’t defend rising premiums without admitting to playing a large contributing role in creating the foundation for today’s “crisis” by underpricing its product for years.

Minneapolis Rides High on Light Rail Revolution

A booming population and a desire to rein in congestion led to the dawning of the Hiawatha light rail line, the first to be built in Minnesota. Plans to integrate the light rail project with a multimodal transportation system in Minneapolis are also on the horizon.

How the Motorcoach Industry Can Meet the Challenge of 2002

Keys to survival will be the ability to target new customers, creating a solid contingency plan and the courage to try something new, like Dale Bunce’s five marketing strategies.

Driver fatigue not a significant factor in crashes

Driver fatigue was a reported factor in fewer than one motorcoach accident every 21/2 years, reported the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute.

Bombardier files suit against Amtrak

Bombardier Corp. in November filed suit against Amtrak, claiming Amtrak disrupted its ability to produce and deliver the high-speed trainsets and locomotives for the Northeast Corridor in a timely and efficient manner.

Automated peoplemover built without public funding in Indianapolis

Under a franchise agreement with the city of Indianapolis, Jakes Associates Inc. in San Jose, Calif., is developing a privately funded urban public transit system on a public right-of-way.

CBA meeting offers help to struggling motorcoach operators

Tips for helping operators recover their business.