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News•by News/Media Release•August 4, 2022

ABC Companies’ ‘Zero Emissions Tour’ Partners with MTRWestern, Proterra in Seattle

Piloting the use of this motorcoach, which can travel in excess of 260 miles between charges, MTRWestern is bringing zero emissions travel to many of its clients in the U.S. and Canada.

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Videos•by Alex Roman•August 4, 2022

How CCATS Switched its Paratransit Fleet to Propane and Realized True Savings

What are the benefits and pain points of switching to propane? Randy Cantor, Transportation Services Manager for CCATS in Newport, N.C., joins METRO’s Executive Editor Alex Roman to discuss his agency’s transition to propane and much more.

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Articles•August 4, 2022

Fleet Management Software Provides Operation-wide Benefits for Bus Fleets

A lot goes into providing communities with safe, reliable transportation. Bus and transport fleet managers are increasingly turning to fleet management software to help improve fleet operations, reduce downtime and operating costs, and increase asset ROI.

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News•by News/Media Release•August 3, 2022

Voters Approve TheRide’s Millage Request

TheRide’s millage helps increase equity within the community and provide more access to jobs, education, shopping, and healthcare.

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News•by News/Media Release•August 3, 2022

The COMET Names New Director, Operations

Jackie Bowers will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the prime contractor to ensure service is being delivered every day and she will continue to direct the customer experience department.

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News•by News/Media Release•August 2, 2022

Transit Agencies Select Allison eGen Flex

Allison’s eGen Flex system is the next generation of Allison’s proven H 40 EPTM electric hybrid propulsion system.

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News•by Alex Roman•July 29, 2022

KCATA's Makinen Tenders Resignation

During his tenure, he revamped the agency’s bus system and partnered to increase mobility and micromobility options throughout the region, with a special focus on providing more traveling freedom for KCATA’s ADA clientele.

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News•by News/Media Release•July 29, 2022

St. Louis Metro: Damage from Record Rainfall, Flash Flooding Estimated at $18 to $20M

The agency is requesting emergency federal and state funding to help cover the losses caused by the unprecedented weather event.

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News•by News/Media Release•July 26, 2022

Michigan's TheRide Adopts Long-Range Transit Plan

The plan focuses on improving social equity by increasing access to jobs and housing, reducing commute times, and increasing service frequency and overnight service, while also contributing to a cleaner environment and a more vibrant economy.

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News•by News/Media Release•July 26, 2022

Pegasus Bus Introduces Innovative Atlas Models Using Peterbilt Chassis

With its galvanized steel cage construction, aluminum skins and one-piece, five-eighth-inch corrosion-resistant composite floor, the Pegasus Atlas is designed with durability and functionality in mind.

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