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Technologyby Alex Roman, Managing EditorJanuary 16, 2020

What's the next stage in integration of intelligent technology?

Here we take a look at the impact of some of these new technologies, the role REI is playing in their evolution, and what the future of integrated tech may hold.

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Busby By Arthur N. GaudetJanuary 14, 2020

How to improve transit bus on-time performance: Part 2

Key factors to focus on include, adequate/accurate running and deadhead times, recovery time, and enough operators/vehicles.

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Motorcoachby Alex Roman, Managing EditorJanuary 13, 2020

Innovation, partnering push Florida fleet forward

From making trip planning easier for its customers to tying operations together as one, the company relies on tech and enhancing the customer experience.

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New Mobilityby Dillon TwomblyJanuary 13, 2020

4 Questions to Ask before Investing in Microtransit

Cities can build a better version of the bus — one that operates dynamically, without routes and schedules, but still promotes shared trips to cut down on congestion.

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MotorcoachCover Storyby Alex Roman, Managing EditorJanuary 9, 2020

Village Travel motorcoach co. vaults ahead with rebrand, expansion

Wichita, Kan.-based fleet evolved from offering ski tours to what is now a full-service transportation company.

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ManagementCover Storyby By Jodi Godfrey and Dr. Robert BertiniJanuary 6, 2020

Successful ways to attract, retain women in the transportation industry

Promote the desired perceptions of the organization, connect early with students, provide flexible workplaces, and a welcoming culture.

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BusCover Storyby Alex Roman, Managing EditorJanuary 2, 2020

A Closer Look at GILLIG, Cummins Battery Electric Bus Partnership

Two of the longest-running brands collaborate to bring to market a new 40-foot bus with a 444 kWh battery capacity and an estimated 150-mile range.

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Paratransitby Samantha Aramburu, UTADecember 17, 2019

UTA 'Community Rides' Gives Real-World Skills to Students with Autism

The agency spoke to students and staff at Spectrum Academy, a charter school for students with high-functioning autism.

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Managementby By Chris McCarthyDecember 16, 2019

How can transit enhance the customer experience?

Overcome these barriers when transitioning from a traditional, business-objective approach to a customer-driven strategy.

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New Mobilityby Giles K. BaileyDecember 16, 2019

The prominence of cycling as a mobility solution in Europe

Against the framework of this year's Polis conference in Brussels, we take a look at how bicycles are growing in usage to connect with public transit, or not.

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