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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 StaffDecember 18, 2025

New York City Subway Crime at Lowest Level in Years

Accounting for increases in ridership, there have been 1.65 major crimes per million riders in 2025, down roughly 30% from 2021 and comparable to pre-pandemic lows.

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Newsby StaffDecember 18, 2025

Chicago Transit to End 2025 with Full Frequent Network, More Bus Service

New bus service improvements include adding four bus routes to the Frequent Network, as well as enhancements to routing, hours of service, and/or frequency on eight other routes throughout the region.

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Black and white image of the Chicago city skyline.
Newsby StaffDecember 18, 2025

NITA Act Overhauls Illinois Transit Funding for CTA, Metra, and Pace

A new authority will modernize transit, boost service, and secure long-term funding across Illinois without statewide tax hikes.

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MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber stands at a podium in front of a crowd outside the JPMorganChase building.
Newsby StaffDecember 17, 2025

New York MTA Unveils Public-Private Plan to Rebuild Grand Central Train Shed

Two public-private partnerships will accelerate reconstruction of the Grand Central Train Shed, a critical yet aging piece of agency infrastructure.

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Newsby StaffDecember 17, 2025

COTA Adopts 2026 Budget, Targets Service Improvements

The 2026 budget includes additional bus operators, more service hours, and planning and construction for 37 sidewalk and bikeways projects.

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Newsby StaffDecember 17, 2025

TTC Pushes for Stronger Protections as Toronto Marks Awareness Day

Together, the City of Toronto and the TTC strongly condemn any act of violence, harassment, or abuse against transit workers and make safety and well-being a top priority.

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Newsby StaffDecember 16, 2025

Seattle's Sound Transit Picks Developer for Federal Way TOD Projects

Over 90% of the proposed housing is two-, three-, and four-bedroom units, addressing the need for family-sized affordable homes in Federal Way.

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Newsby StaffDecember 15, 2025

California's RABA Begins Shift to B20 Biodiesel Across Bus Fleet

The transition marks a significant step in RABA’s continued commitment to sustainability, cleaner air, and responsible environmental stewardship in Shasta County.

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VIA's Hall of Honor wall with all inductees pictured.
Newsby StaffDecember 15, 2025

VIA Inducts Former Trustee, Former President & CEO Into Hall of Honor

Trailblazers Armando “Rocky” Aranda and Jeffrey Arndt join VIA’s Hall of Honor for their pivotal roles in advancing accessible and community-focused transit.

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Newsby StaffDecember 15, 2025

Florida's PSTA, Transdev Launch The Snapper Microtransit Service

The service connects riders within designated zones to major transit hubs, making it easier to access PSTA’s broader network.

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