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New MobilityCover Storyby Cliff HenkeOctober 5, 2015

The 'Uber Effect': Will New Ride Services Reinvent Transit

On-demand ride-brokering services, such as Uber, are transforming the taxi and limo industries, but public transportation could be next.

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ManagementCover Storyby Adam PringleOctober 5, 2015

University Branding Agreements Boost Funding for Transit Agencies in San Diego, Denver

For transit agencies in San Diego and Denver seeking additional funding, recently completed naming rights agreements with local universities promise a consistent source of income.

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Managementby Andrew BuschOctober 5, 2015

SEPTA Looks to Past Experience to Develop Papal Visit Service Plan

Over a year of planning by SEPTA was put into action during the Papal Visit. Initial estimates of 1.5 million attendees — up to 800,000 of which were expected to utilize SEPTA — prompted the authority and its partner agencies to craft a comprehensive transportation plan.

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MotorcoachCover Storyby METRO StaffSeptember 2, 2015

ABC's new Van Hool Proves All 35-Foot Coaches are Not Created Equal

ABC Companies introduces the all new Van Hool CX 35-foot coach, a mid-sized version of the highly-popular Van Hool CX45. The new 35-foot model delivers some added benefits in addition to the durability, comfort and reliability operators expect from Van Hool.

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Busby Alex Roman, Managing EditorSeptember 2, 2015

Industry Set to Converge on Indianapolis for BusCon 2015

This year’s expo, being held Sept. 28 to 30, continues to be the best place for the entire bus industry to see the growing vehicle and technology options on the market, as well as take part in a top-notch educational program and plenty of networking opportunities.

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Paratransitby Rachel BeyerleSeptember 2, 2015

Ways to Improve Communication with Customers Who Have Disabilities

Call center staff play an important role in helping customers feel appreciated.

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Security and Safetyby Louie MaielloSeptember 2, 2015

Eliminating Risk for You and Your Shuttle Customers

The 3 “S” rule of transportation — Safety/Service/Schedule — should not be limited to fixed-route bus service. Many modes of surface transportation can (and should) benefit from prioritizing the way in which we transport those that require our professional services.

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Managementby Alex RomanSeptember 2, 2015

What a Bus Dealer Can Do For You

Whether you are a private operator with hundreds of vehicles, a community paratransit provider or a local church group, chances are you will purchase your bus from a dealer.

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Paratransitby Janna Starcic, Executive EditorSeptember 2, 2015

2015 Paratransit Survey: Growing Demand for Service Tops Challenges

Recruitment and retention once again was the top driver-related challenge, with 48% reporting. Sixty-five percent of respondents implemented scheduling and dispatch software making it the most prevalent technology being used to enhance service.

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Busby METRO StaffSeptember 2, 2015

Voith Turbo marks 30-year Cummins partnership

Voith Turbo is also introducing its new DIWA.6 transmission, which features a fuel economy increase of up to 16%.

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