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Our team of enterprising editors bring years of experience covering the fleet industry. We offer a deep understanding of trends and the ever-evolving landscapes we cover in fleet, trucking, and transportation.  

Newsby StaffJuly 3, 2013

ABC delivers C2045s to Houston

The 57 passenger coaches are powered by Detroit DD13 engines coupled to Allison B500G4 transmissions and are equipped with Iteris Lane Departure Warning systems, electronic stability control and three-point seat belts.

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Newsby StaffJuly 3, 2013

Calif. lawmaker introduces motorcoach safety bill

The bill would require the U.S. DOT to review pre-trip inspection procedures for brake adjustment and issue a new rule in three years, develop minimum performance standards and allow law enforcement to conduct en route inspections.

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Newsby StaffJuly 3, 2013

Oregon transit systems partner to streamline visitor travel

The service, called Connector Alliance, improves connections between communities in adjacent counties and has resulted in the implementation of a new visitor pass program this summer.

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Newsby StaffJuly 3, 2013

MCI delivers 4 J4500s to Canada

Safety features include three-point passenger seat belts, Electronic Stability Control, a fire suppression system and air-pressure tire monitoring.

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Newsby StaffJuly 2, 2013

BC Transit installs 122 Thermo King HVAC systems

The ShuttleAIRE SLR 65 rooftop HVAC units with ClimaAIRE controllers has a low-profile design and can be easily maintained; 90% of service and maintenance can be performed inside the vehicle.

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Newsby StaffJuly 2, 2013

AC Transit carries thousands of extra riders during BART strike

Operators made 99% of their schedule runs without a hitch despite uncommonly long lines of riders at bus stops and having to maneuver packed coaches through heavily congested roadways. Meanwhile, the talks between ATU Local 192 and AC Transit management continue.

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Newsby StaffJuly 2, 2013

Kansas unveils federally-funded transit center

The Mission Transit Center unites six Johnson County Transit bus routes, including the system’s newly launched JO Connex bus service. It features electronic displays with real-time bus route information and covered outdoor seating for a more comfortable rider experience.

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Newsby StaffJuly 2, 2013

Calif.’s NCTD to launch mobile ticketing app

Passengers can use the app to purchase same-day tickets and tickets for future dates for its COASTER commuter rail service. The Android version will be available for download beginning July 15 with the iPhone release following soon after.

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Newsby StaffJuly 2, 2013

N.J. bus operator goes 30 years without accident

Gerald Cameron, logging an estimated 825,000 miles accident free, touts his mirrors as his 'lifeline.'

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Newsby StaffJuly 2, 2013

N.Y. MTA to swap out hybrid bus engines for diesel

The main reason for the swap is financial, as warranties expire on the hybrid engines, the city will have to take on the added cost of maintaining hybrid systems.

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