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Newsby StaffJune 29, 2017

San Antonio's VIA launches trip-planning, mobile ticketing app

Powered by moovel North America, the new app will allow bus and VIAtrans patrons to purchase fares using their smartphone, and activate them when they are ready to ride.

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Newsby StaffJune 29, 2017

Valley Metro to add 187 ENC, New Flyer buses

All vehicles are funded by Federal Transit Administration and a half-cent sales tax that funds the Regional Transportation Plan in Maricopa County, which was approved by voters in 2004.

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Newsby StaffJune 29, 2017

55 First Transit maintenance locations receive ASE Blue Seal of Excellence

The locations are among the more than 100 to have achieved Blue Seal status throughout FirstGroup America, the parent company of First Transit.

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Newsby StaffJune 29, 2017

Zonar launches new ridership management app

Developed for safety and ease-of-use, Zonar Count can only be used when the vehicle is not in motion and a driver “wakes up” their tablet to conduct a count.

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Newsby StaffJune 29, 2017

Microvast battery systems power electric shuttle buses at Kazakhstan Expo

With its ultra-fast charge characteristics, electric buses equipped with Microvast battery systems can handle all weather conditions, a very high volume of visitors, and lengthy operating periods.

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Newsby StaffJune 28, 2017

Forest River acquires Turtle Top

Turtle Top’s current bus models include the Van Terra, VT3, Odyssey, Odyssey XL, Odyssey XLT and MPV.

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Newsby StaffJune 27, 2017

Engie Ineo launches new features for real-time passenger information

Travelers can now create personalized alerts on their mobile phone to be warned in real-time when a bus is arriving at their stop.

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Newsby StaffJune 27, 2017

L.A. Metro to launch bolstered police presence in July

The five-year, multi-agency approach includes the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Los Angeles Police Department and Long Beach Police Department.             

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Newsby StaffJune 27, 2017

Toronto Transit Commission wins APTA's top transit agency award

Named Outstanding Public Transportation System for 2017, the TTC last won the award in 1986.

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Newsby StaffJune 27, 2017

CCW delivers 6 shuttle buses to San Francisco Airport

The shuttle buses underwent a complete paint and body makeover that included a new paint scheme and radio system installation.

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