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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 StaffMarch 2, 2011

Miami-Dade adds free wireless service

By expanding free wireless accessibility on Metrorail and Metromover, and some of the county's most popular express commuter bus routes, Mayor Alvarez said transit riders can enjoy a better transit experience, which could equate to fewer cars on the road and a more sustainable community.

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Newsby StaffMarch 2, 2011

Metro-North rolls out new M-8 cars

In all, 380 new cars will replace a fleet that is well beyond its useful life and has been plagued with weather-related component failures this winter resulting in crowded trains and below normal on-time performance.

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Newsby StaffMarch 2, 2011

TriMet pilots audible pedestrian warning system

Equipped 10 buses with an external audible warning system that announces in English and in Spanish when a bus is turning. The test will help the agency determine if an automatic audible warning will make it safer for those near a turning bus.

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Newsby StaffMarch 2, 2011

Budget cuts may slash Seattle BRT plans

Congressional budget cuts could take away $68 million in federal grants from King County Metro Transit, which could impact five of its six bus rapid transit lines.

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Newsby StaffMarch 2, 2011

SEPTA pass labels anger transgendered riders

Activists are protesting the agency’s use of passes with labels indicating “male” or “female.” The agency claims it is trying to prevent riders from sharing passes.

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Newsby StaffMarch 1, 2011

Is your maintenance program top-notch?

Nominate your shop now by emailing us contact information and details on why you think your shop should be featured in the May issue of METRO Magazine.

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Newsby StaffMarch 1, 2011

Report: Market value of high-speed rail to hit $907 billion

The move for high-speed rail in the U.S. will create or save tens of thousands of jobs in areas like track-laying, manufacturing, planning and engineering, and rail maintenance and operations, according to the study.

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Newsby StaffMarch 1, 2011

Houston Metro ready to buy Siemens railcars

In September, a railcar procurement with CAF, a Spanish manufacturer, was terminated because Metro's contract was in conflict with Buy America rules.

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Newsby StaffMarch 1, 2011

Travel Instruction group to meet in Philadelphia

The conference assists its national and international members by providing educational opportunities and showcasing best practices.

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Newsby StaffMarch 1, 2011

Rio turns to the sky for transit options

A new six-station gondola line set to debut this month, will feature 152 gondolas and carry 30,000 people a day along a 2.1-mile route — transforming an hour-and-a-half trip to a nearby commuter rail station into a 16-minute sky ride.

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