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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 StaffAugust 9, 2011

BEA Transit wins $1.4M Canadian smart-card contract

The Lethbridge system will include onboard fareboxes and smart card readers; central fare processing equipment; and all communications, hardware and software required. BEA will also provide all on-site training and installation services as part of the contract.

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Newsby StaffAugust 9, 2011

Greater Dayton RTA debuts video ads

During their commute to the Dayton Air Show, riders were exposed to engaging messages on services and products from area companies, as well as the RTA. Officials at the agency are hoping to increase revenue to help support its service to customers.

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Newsby StaffAugust 9, 2011

Wells Fargo ups funds to Motorcoach Council’s Vendor Program

Support will enable the Council to award 25 additional gift cards, each with a $50 value, to motorcoach operators who enroll in the Coach Vendor Parts Program this year.

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Newsby StaffAugust 9, 2011

N.Y. gov. forms panel to search for new MTA chief

The 20-member advisory committee is comprised of leading public transportation experts and management professionals in the public and private sectors.

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Newsby StaffAugust 9, 2011

Heavy-duty vehicle fuel efficiency standards unveiled

Under the new national program, buses and trucks built in 2014 through 2018 will reduce oil consumption by a projected 530 million barrels and greenhouse gas pollution by approximately 270 million metric tons. The standards are expected to yield an estimated $50 billion in net benefits over the life of model year 2014 to 2018 vehicles.

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Newsby StaffAugust 9, 2011

NORTA nearing end of major shelter install project

The two-year, $5 million project will cover 11 percent (210 shelters) of the city's bus stops. Twenty-eight shelters were destroyed by Hurricane Katrina.

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Newsby StaffAugust 8, 2011

6 transits to participate in FTA asset management pilot

The program encourages urban, suburban and rural transit agencies to find new, cost-effective ways to manage and maintain the condition of their systems — everything from railroad tracks and train stations to bus facilities and electrical equipment, resulting in improved system safety and reliability.

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Newsby StaffAugust 8, 2011

N.Y. DOT to replace Rochester Amtrak station

The existing Rochester Station, owned by Amtrak, was constructed in 1978 as a temporary facility. The building and platforms are not ADA compliant and have greatly deteriorated in the past decade.

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Newsby StaffAugust 8, 2011

UCLA offers alternative transportation incentives

The Bruin Commuter Club, designed for students, staff and faculty who carpool, vanpool, use public transportation, bike and walk to campus, provides members with access to discounted parking and an emergency ride service.

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Newsby StaffAugust 8, 2011

CTTransit New Haven now on Google

It is expected that CTTRANSIT's Stamford Division is the next service to utilize Google Transit, and other CTTRANSIT divisions are expected soon after.

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