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NewsSeptember 7, 2021

FTA Urges Transit Agencies to Continue Emphasizing Importance of Vaccinations

Only 14% of Americans now say that they are not likely to get vaccinated, according to a recent Ipsos poll.

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NewsSeptember 3, 2021

SamTrans Taps Stantec for Electric Bus Infrastructure Contract

The $415,000 contract for preliminary design services is an important step for the redevelopment and preparation of SamTrans North and South Base bus yard facilities to support a 100% zero-emission fleet.

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NewsSeptember 3, 2021

San Francisco, Houston METRO Land Federal ARP Grants

The funds are intended to help transit agencies maintain service and jobs as communities continue to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.

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NewsSeptember 3, 2021

NVTC Report Examines Benefits, Challenges of Zero and Reduced Fares

Transit operators in northern Virginia have expressed desire to consider eliminating or reducing fares for improved accessibility, increased ridership, and other community benefits.

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NewsSeptember 2, 2021

Ensign Named President of Proterra Transit

A U.S. Army veteran and former executive of Honeywell International and Tesla Motors, Ensign’s track record includes leading global operations for 42 factories in 15 countries and managing the supporting supply chains.

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NewsSeptember 2, 2021

San Diego's MTS, NCTD Launch PRONTO Fare Collection System

The system will enhance ticketing functionality, access, and value for MTS and NCTD passengers.

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NewsSeptember 1, 2021

DART Board Approves Final Bus Network Plan

With the goal of providing greater frequency, longer service hours, and improved access to destinations, the redesigned network goes into effect on Jan. 24.

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NewsAugust 31, 2021

Torrance Transit, Swiftly Inc. Partner to Improve Rider Experience

Swiftly’s tools can help TTS with its overall system performance initiative. The improvements were tested at Torrance Transit in 2019 and they are now fully implemented.

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NewsAugust 31, 2021

Allison, ElDorado National Partner to Bring Electric Hybrid Buses to San Francisco

ElDorado National said it expects to deliver the electric hybrid buses in the second quarter of 2022.

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NewsAugust 31, 2021

APTA and a Broad Industry Coalition Urge Public Transit Investment

APTA said that public transit investment in this reconciliation bill will help address climate change, equity challenges and mobility demand for our communities.

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