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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 StaffJuly 16, 2009

Fed funds support purchase of 35 MCI D-Series coaches

Operators are making their purchases with funds available through various Federal Transit Administration programs including FTA 5311(f).

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Newsby StaffJuly 15, 2009

Bombardier to equip, operate Phoenix peoplemover

Design-build contract, valued at approximately $186 million, includes the design and supply of all of the system-wide electrical and mechanical equipment, and the construction and equipping of the operations and maintenance and storage facility.

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Newsby StaffJuly 15, 2009

Veolia to continue operating Las Vegas bus system

Will operate RTC of Southern Nevada's “MAX” bus rapid transit service and “Deuce,” double-decker buses that run along the Las Vegas Strip through September 2011.

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Newsby StaffJuly 15, 2009

Former Ariz. DOT chief to head FHWA

Victor Mendez oversaw the construction of the regional freeway system in the Phoenix area that was built six years ahead of schedule and delivered statewide construction programs on time, including major infrastructure improvements throughout the state.

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Newsby StaffJuly 15, 2009

Chicago balances budget without cuts, increases

Strong performance in both ridership and revenue in the first half of the year, coupled with strict cost controls enabled the CTA to balance the budget without implementing service reductions.

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Newsby StaffJuly 15, 2009

Metro Briefs

D.C. Metro signaling system still malfunctioning. More Americans traveling by bus. Students choose transit for prom.

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Newsby StaffJuly 14, 2009

Houston Metro breaks ground on light rail lines

Projects are expected to spur economic growth in the community by creating 60,000 direct and indirect jobs under the full $1.46 billion contract.

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Newsby StaffJuly 14, 2009

Pasadena, Calif. renews First Transit contract

Five-year agreement includes operation, maintenance and management of a 36-bus fleet to service Pasadena's fixed-route Area Rapid Transit System and dial-a-ride paratransit services.

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Newsby StaffJuly 14, 2009

HOK, PB to design Calif. intermodal center

Phase one, scheduled to break ground in 2010, is valued at approximately $180 million and will consist of the transportation center and supporting facilities, rail tracks and platforms, parking, public art and street improvements.

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Newsby StaffJuly 14, 2009

Former transit exec chosen to head N.Y. MTA

Jay Walder was chosen by N.Y. Gov. Paterson to lead the agency in the newly combined position of chief executive and chairman.

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