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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 StaffFebruary 20, 2015

MCI delivers first Commuter Coach to Broward County

Designed for higher speeds, the Buy-America-compliant, Altoona-tested MCI Commuter Coach uses a high-floor design that raises passengers and the driver above traffic, along with a long-travel suspension for a smooth ride.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 20, 2015

Where is the 'Sorriest Bus Stop' in America?

All contenders bore witness to a transportation system where no expense is spared to save highway commuters a few moments, but basic amenities for transit are seen as optional.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 20, 2015

1 in 5 riders face unwanted sexual behavior on L.A. Metro, survey says

As part of a semi-annual customer review, the agency asked more than 22,000 bus and rail passengers if they had experienced "unwanted sexual behavior including, but not limited to, touching, exposure, or inappropriate comments" over a six-month period.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 19, 2015

Trans/Air announces availability of three new solutions

The company manufactures a full line of climate control systems. Units, parts, service, warranty, and new or aftermarket installations are available through factory owned operations or a network of distributors throughout North America.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 19, 2015

79th Trailways conference slated for Calif.

The Trailways Annual Stockholders Meeting and Conference is a private gathering comprised of only Trailways Transportation owners and representatives. Located throughout North American and parts of Europe, these privately owned or operated bus and coach companies are affiliated with the well-known respected Trailways brand.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 19, 2015

MCI introduces Web-based learning, ramps up 2015 training schedule

The Learning Management System works with smart phones and tablets as well as PCs and Macs, allowing technicians to access the modules at their work stations

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Newsby StaffFebruary 19, 2015

CH Bus delivers Temsa TS-45 to Texas

Arrow Trailway’s TS 45 coach has seating for 56 passengers and includes quality features such as 110-volt plugs with USB ports, Alcoa Durabright wheels, REI monitors, and side and driver shades.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 19, 2015

KCATA names new president/CEO

Joe Reardon, the former Mayor/CEO of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kan., is a long-time advocate for public transportation, credited for the introduction of Sunday bus service in Kansas City, still the only community in Kansas to provide any regular bus service on Sundays.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 19, 2015

Foxx bus tour makes stop in Charlotte N.C.

Visit is part of a four-day, five state bus tour, The GROW AMERICA Express, highlighting the importance of investing in America’s infrastructure and to encourage Congress to act on a long-term transportation bill.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 19, 2015

Canadian transit operator protection bill to become law

Amends the Criminal Code to make it an aggravating circumstance that the judge must consider if the victim of an assault is a public transit operator, defined to include drivers of not just city and intercity buses and surface rail, but also school buses, taxis, ferries and subways.

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