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Newsby StaffMay 29, 2025

San Antonio's 'Better Bus' Plan to Increase Frequency, Reliability

Key improvements include the implementation of the VIA Rapid Green and Silver Lines, system-wide frequency of 30 minutes or better with more frequent service on key corridors, and expanding the ever-popular VIA Link service in the region.

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Newsby StaffMay 29, 2025

North Carolina's Transit Service Plan Approved

The plan represents a significant expansion of transit serving the Charlotte region, including a 50% increase in bus service and 43 more miles of rail service.

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Newsby StaffMay 28, 2025

San Diego Region Transit Agencies Mark 1M Contactless Payment Taps

The accomplishment marks a first for transit agencies in California, making MTS and NCTD the earliest adopters in the state to reach this level of contactless payment usage.

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Newsby StaffMay 28, 2025

King County Metro Fully Resumes Fare Enforcement

See why the agency will resume fare enforcement with warnings and fines while expanding access to reduced and free fare programs.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsMay 26, 2025

Biz Briefs: WSP JV Lands San Francisco Muni Contract and More

Biz Briefs covers the latest supplier news in the motorcoach and public transit industries.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsMay 23, 2025

New Video/Podcast ‘Bus Tech Talk’ to Spotlight Transit Maintenance Professionals

Bus Tech Talk offers a platform for real-world solutions and shared knowledge as agencies face aging fleets, complex propulsion systems, and technician shortages.

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Newsby StaffMay 23, 2025

Seattle's Sound Transit Contracts to Build BRT Bus Base

The 365,125 square foot facility will accommodate up to 120 double-decker and articulated buses for Stride and ST Express services, providing storage, charging, and maintenance, as well as administrative and operations support for Stride BRT service.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsMay 23, 2025

Transit Bus Deliveries Stabilize in 2024, but Market Still Trails Pre-Pandemic Levels

OEM consolidation, lingering supply chain challenges, and rising ZEB demand define a transitional year for the North American bus market.

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Newsby StaffMay 21, 2025

Transit Ridership Outgrows Driving in Vancouver Region

The agency reported that in 2024, Metro Vancouver recorded 7.7 million more transit trips than in 2023 — a 3% year-over-year increase, outpacing a modest 1% rise in vehicle travel across the region.

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Newsby StaffMay 21, 2025

ENC Reinforces U.S.-Built Transit Solutions Amid Historic Federal Investments

Announced earlier this month, the funding opportunity aims to accelerate the transition to clean energy vehicles, improve service reliability, and modernize aging bus infrastructure across the U.S.

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