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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 StaffMay 8, 2013

Report: Chicago rail TOD lags behind other cities

Center for Neighborhood Technology recommends creating transit-oriented development zones, preserving affordable housing, matching jobs and transit, and providing alternatives to car ownership.

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Newsby StaffMay 8, 2013

CHSRA under fire for bidding criteria changes

Critics said they could harm the quality of the Los Angeles-to-San Francisco high-speed rail project. The agency tentatively selected a team to build a segment of track even though it had the lowest technical score. The team had the lowest-cost bid, at just under $1 billion.

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Newsby StaffMay 8, 2013

DART moves forward with streetcar project

The agency, the city of Dallas and Dallas County broke ground near a new scheduled streetcar stop. The 1.6-mile line is expected to cost $80 million and is supported primarily with federal funds. Phase one is set to open in October of next year.

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Newsby StaffMay 8, 2013

Disneyland drives up cost of Anaheim streetcar project

The estimated $319 million price tag is higher than any of the last 11 streetcar projects proposed nationwide. Factors driving up the cost include development of a hybrid power system and the need for more vehicles for the resort district's heavy traffic loads.

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Newsby StaffMay 8, 2013

Vehicle Production Group ceases operation, lays off staff

The company, which manufactured the MV-1 accessible vehicle, had a $50 million Department of Energy loan.

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Newsby StaffMay 8, 2013

IMPulse catenary monitoring system honored by White House

The honor recognizes IMPulse for its patent-pending automated Catenary Safety Monitoring System, which improves the reliability and safety of commuter and light rail transit systems while reducing maintenance costs.

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Newsby StaffMay 7, 2013

Transitional program alleviates paratransit demand, cuts costs

Riverside Transit Agency’s travel training program is effectively steering a growing number of customers away from its costly Dial-A-Ride service as well as saving the agency money along the way.

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Newsby StaffMay 7, 2013

METRO Profile: Michael Melaniphy

APTA's President/CEO discusses the best piece of advice he's received, greatest challenge and more.

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Newsby StaffMay 7, 2013

Question of the Day: How do you deal with paratransit demand?

Transit agency leaders answered this question and whether their systems are seeing an overall boost in ridership this year.

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Newsby StaffMay 7, 2013

NJ Transit implements tech upgrades at Penn Station

Includes improved sound system, larger monitors and a multi-color destination display that will enable customers to see at a glance the next train destined for their particular station.

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