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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.  

Erin Hockman
Newsby StaffMay 4, 2026

UPDATED: Iowa's DART Taps New CEO, Deputy CEO/COO

Erin Hockman will officially assume the role on May 7, as current CEO Amanda Wanke departs to take a leadership position with Metro Transit in the Twin Cities.

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Caltrain trains on tracks
Newsby StaffMay 1, 2026

Caltrain Survey Shows Record-High Rider Approval

The survey showed that commute trips still make up the majority of ridership, with most riders boarding 2 to 3 days a week, reflecting hybrid work schedules. Two-thirds of Caltrain riders have access to a car, while 37% of Caltrain riders are considered low-income.

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A VIA bus
Newsby StaffMay 1, 2026

San Antonio's VIA Launches Next Round of Bus Improvements

The changes are designed to reduce overall travel time, shorten wait times, and get customers to their destinations more quickly.

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Federal Reserve Bank visiting ENC
Newsby StaffMay 1, 2026

Fed Leaders Highlight Growth, U.S. Manufacturing at ENC

The visit is part of the SF Fed's ongoing engagement with major employers and industries across Southern California and, more broadly, the western U.S. to better understand regional economic conditions and business outlooks.

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A expanse of highway in Colorado with text reading "FMCSA Tightens Clearinghouse Verification to Strengthen Driver Records."
Newsby StaffApril 30, 2026

FMCSA Tightens Clearinghouse Verification to Strengthen Driver Records

New ID requirements for employers and service providers aim to improve data accuracy and oversight for motorcoach and commercial drivers.

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A snowy bridge construction staging zone.
Newsby StaffApril 30, 2026

USDOT Reboots Key Bridge Contract, Expands Infrastructure Funding Nationwide

Maryland to rebid major bridge contract as the Build America Bureau commits $20 million to accelerate project planning and public-private partnerships across 17 states.

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DART light rail and transit bus.
Newsby StaffApril 29, 2026

Dallas Area Rapid Transit Strengthens Safety with Expanded Security Presence

The approved contract modification will increase funding for transit security officer services to a total not-to-exceed amount of $32.1 million, ensuring a continued and visible security presence across DART’s buses, trains, stations, and facilities.

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A Valley Metro bus
Newsby StaffApril 28, 2026

Keolis Contract Extended for Valley Metro's East Valley Fixed-Route Bus Service

Under this extension, Keolis will continue to manage and operate fixed-route bus service across the East Valley, serving communities including Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Scottsdale, the town of Gilbert, parts of Phoenix, and the Gila River Indian Community.

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A photo of employees walking through HDR's office.
Newsby StaffApril 28, 2026

WTS International Names HDR Employer of the Year

The award recognizes the firm’s commitment to advancing women and developing a diverse workforce in an inclusive and collaborative environment.

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AMF Bruns' new headquarters and parking lot.
Photo Galleriesby StaffApril 28, 2026

Inside AMF Bruns of America’s New Ohio Production Hub [Photos]

Step inside AMF Bruns of America’s 41,000-square-foot facility in Stow, Ohio, where expanded manufacturing capacity, modernized operations, and a focus on next-generation mobility solutions are shaping the company’s growth in accessible transportation.

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