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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 StaffNovember 4, 2009

Alstom wins UITP award for power system

Recognized for innovative product that brings added value in terms of efficiency, service and environmental protection. The APS ground-level supply system enables trams to travel without overhead catenaries.

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Newsby StaffNovember 4, 2009

UMA, NTA to co-locate shows in 2013

Groups first entered into a strategic partnership in late 2007 resulting in collaborative work at each association's annual event. Since then, UMA has managed the motorcoach exhibits at NTA's Convention and NTA has developed the "Destinations and Attractions" aisle at UMA's Motorcoach Expo.

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Newsby StaffNovember 4, 2009

So. Fla launches new security initiative

"Operation Transit Shield II" relies on customers to report suspicious or criminal activity that could disrupt rail service.

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Newsby StaffNovember 4, 2009

Amtrak debuts new website design

An enhanced fare-finder feature consolidates all booking functionality – reservations, train status, schedule search and the “My Trip” section – into a single dynamic menu. Customers can now find the train they want by sorting by departure time, lowest cost and trip time.

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Newsby StaffNovember 4, 2009

Halifax Metro Transit to add 45 Nova LFS Artics

Vehicle features include air conditioning, large windows for maximum light, wide doors and aisles for easy access and passenger flow.

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Newsby StaffNovember 4, 2009

S.F. Muni installs camera system on trolley, bus fleet

Will use DriveCam as a tool to improve driving behavior, assess liability from collisions and reduce expenses incurred from such incidents that can include vehicle damage, worker’s compensation and personal injury.

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Newsby StaffNovember 4, 2009

MBTA honored for fighting sexual harrassment

In the 18 months since the first campaign was launched in April 2008, transit police made 28 arrests for indecent assault and battery --- a 40 percent increase over arrests made for the same offense in the 18 months before April 2008.

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Newsby StaffNovember 4, 2009

Megabus.com survey: Bus travel saves money

Company also serves its four millionth customer.

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Newsby StaffNovember 4, 2009

APTA: Voters support transit at the polls

Colorado, Michigan, Maine and Ohio passed pro-transit initiatives.

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Newsby StaffNovember 3, 2009

EPA takes action against SF Muni

This enforcement action stems from red dye diesel fuel - at least 39,000 gallons by EPA estimates -- being released from the Woods bus servicing facility.

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