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Transit Dispatches

Alex Roman

Alex Roman

Executive Editor

Transit Dispatches is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and analysis in public transportation, motorcoach travel, and sustainable mobility. From city buses to luxury motorcoaches, we explore the evolving landscape and help you stay informed and ahead of the curve with expert insights on transit innovations, fleet management, passenger experience, and policy updates.

5 Ways Tech Will Transform Public Transit in 2021

With mobile ticketing, upgrades to reduce emissions, and even the creation of e-scooters, technology is making transit more accessible and appealing for users, while also reducing its environmental impact.

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Transit Dispatchesby John FogelFebruary 17, 2021

Rain or Shine, Halogen Bulbs Are Today’s Smart Lighting Choice for Commuter Railcars

With their longevity and affordable price tag, halogen bulbs represent an untapped resource for transit agencies that are looking to save money without sacrificing performance.

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Transit Dispatchesby Michael HughesJanuary 27, 2021

Realities of Running an EV Fleet and Mixed-Fueling Environment

Though it won’t happen overnight, successfully completing an electric vehicle (EV) fleet pilot will send you well on your way toward the reality of living with an EV fleet and mixed-fueling environment.

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Transit Dispatchesby Chris McCarthyJanuary 20, 2021

Post-Pandemic Priorities for the Transit Industry

Even with the rollout of a vaccine this year, the transit industry has been altered for the foreseeable future. What will that future be?

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Transit Dispatchesby Giles BaileyJanuary 13, 2021

Cycling in the Netherlands: Highlights from Polis 2020

The conference was held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but nevertheless, was a chance for the European, and wider world, to exchange best practices in sustainable mobility, observe the latest trends, and for the host cities to welcome guests from across the continent.

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Transit Dispatchesby Stephanie SchrauthJanuary 6, 2021

Why Products (Not Projects) are the Future of Mobility

In one of my first weeks, a developer told me, “We work on what we want to, when we want to, and we will let you know when it’s done.” To which I replied, “I’m sorry, but that’s not how real life works.”

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