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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 StaffJanuary 31, 2011

Krystal emerges from bankruptcy

Through the sale, company has de-leveraged its balance sheet and recapitalized to poise itself for growth in the coming years. Krystal is partnering with Thunder Sky to introduce new, green vehicles in the near future.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 28, 2011

U.S. DOT updates disadvantaged business program

New rulemaking will require greater accountability from state and local transportation agencies for including disadvantaged businesses in their spending plans. Also adds provisions to ensure that prime contractors fulfill commitments to use DBE subcontractors, and requires all states to accept DBE certifications obtained in other states, unless the state finds good cause not to accept it.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 28, 2011

S.F. MTA begins phase 2 of light rail project

The $9.3 million utility relocation, to be completed by Synergy Project Management Inc, is expected to continue through June 2012.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 28, 2011

DRI unit wins German bus, coach, truck contract

Mobitec AB subsidiary in Herrljunga, Sweden, signed a supply agreement with the MAN Truck & Bus Group

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Newsby StaffJanuary 28, 2011

NTSB: Accidents show need for new safety culture perspective

Chairman Hersman discussed four investigations across all modes of transportation, highlighting several accidents that claimed the lives of dozens and encouraged attendees to embrace lessons learned to prevent future accidents.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 28, 2011

Eurostar: American ridership up

While overall Eurostar passenger numbers in 2010 rose to 9.5 million compared with 9.2 million during 2009, the rail operator reported this figure included 310,000 travelers from the USA, a 14 percent increase from 2009's 273,000.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 28, 2011

AASHTO: States making strides toward high-speed rail

15 of the 29 states that received ARRA grants are using the funds to expand and upgrade existing lines; purchase new locomotives, track, and other equipment; and modernize and build new train stations.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 28, 2011

Illinois transit rolls out 50 biodiesel buses

The vehicles, manufactured by Gillig, were funded through a series of federal grants, and feature automated voice annunciation with interior display; enhanced on-board video surveillance systems; an enhanced wheelchair restraint system; LED lighting; and fuel-fired heaters.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 28, 2011

Hampton Roads extends acting CEO’s contract, cuts pay

Transportation District Commission renews agreement to keep Philip Shucet on board, but reduces monthly salary from $40,000 to $28,000.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 28, 2011

Atlanta looks to form regional transit agency

The city’s mayor and other local leaders are pushing the legislature to form a regional mass transit agency to act as an umbrella over the multiple systems.

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