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Motorcoach•by Alex Roman, Managing Editor•June 17, 2015

Are Increased Roadside Motorcoach Inspections Missing the Point?

While many acknowledge that the feds efforts to clean up the perception of the industry following some high-profile crashes has been effective, many are alarmed with the inconsistency that has come with increased inspections as well as how they are being used to create a score that is viewable by the public.

Rail•Cover Story•by Janna Starcic, Executive Editor•June 17, 2015

Dubai Tram System: Alstom's Innovative Rail Tech Takes Off

The six-mile tramway, featuring 11 vehicles and 11 air-conditioned stations, provides a key link to the fast-growing urban oasis in the United Arab Emirates.

Rail•by Alex Roman, Managing Editor•June 17, 2015

2015 Top Rail Project Cost Reaches $91B

New York City Transit tops this year’s list with $16.5 billion, while several projects, including the Second Avenue Subway and Sound Transit’s University Link, hit major milestones. Meanwhile streetcars continue to make an impact, with one from 2014 successfully launching and three more set to open in the next year or two.

Rail•Cover Story•by Brittni Rubin•June 17, 2015

Rail agencies adopt FRA's system for reporting close calls

Close calls are safety-related issues or concerns, which could be anything from a passenger car door that opened on the wrong side of a train to a distracted conductor who was almost struck by a car being coupled in a rail yard.

New Mobility•by Kelsey Nolan•June 17, 2015

Transit Contractors Leveraging Tech to Help Fleets Work 'Smarter'

Four executives explain how they work to balance the reality of limited transit budgets with increasing customer service requirements and adapting to growing paratransit service demand.

Technology•by Ann Derby•May 12, 2015

INIT Reduces Environmental Impact Through Zero-Waste-to-Landfill Certification

In an effort to conduct business in a more environmentally-friendly manner, the company took on the daunting task, which at the height, yielded better results than anyone had expected.

Management•by Alex Roman, Managing Editor•May 12, 2015

5 Questions: Ventura County Transportation Commission's Darren Kettle

METRO spoke to Ventura County Transportation Commission Executive Director Darren Kettle about the new vehicles, as well as the agency’s current challenges and new service plans.

Management•by Jennifer A. Eirich•May 12, 2015

Does Your Transit, Motorcoach Battery Pack Enough Power?

Newer generation batteries are spill-proof, eliminating the added costs and risks of traditional flooded lead-acid batteries, while also providing high vibration resistance and flexible orientation.

Technology•by Rob Adams•May 12, 2015

Upgrading a Bus Facility for CNG: What You Need to Know

An often overlooked or misunderstood aspect of a compressed natural gas project is the garage upgrade. Upgrades are necessary to ensure safe operation with CNG vehicles in existing maintenance or vehicle storage facilities.

Security and Safety•by Brittni Rubin•May 12, 2015

A New Wave of Fire Suppression On Board Public Transportation Vehicles

New and improved systems help detect any signs of a fire, even before flames come into play. Better detection leads to a quicker and more efficient response to out-of-the-ordinary conditions with different modes of suppression, depending on the needs of the vehicle.

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