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Newsby StaffJune 3, 2016

BusCon to add hosted buyers program

BusCon Connect is aimed at bringing together transit bus, paratransit, shuttle bus and coach operators with exhibiting suppliers. Full scholarships are available for a select group of VIP buyers to attend BusCon and engage in one-on-one meetings.

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Newsby StaffJune 2, 2016

Report: Uber, Lyft may boost public transportation ridership

In the best-case scenario, policymakers would incorporate self-driving car technology into their plans, rather than competing with it for market share.

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Newsby StaffJune 2, 2016

Calif. city breaks ground on 15-mile BRT system

The $54 million system for the City of Fresno's will feature a total of 27 stops, and will serve major shopping centers, hospitals, and other significant destinations.

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Newsby StaffJune 2, 2016

Calif.'s Sacramento RT taps new GM

Henry Li, who was tapped to lead the agency on Thursday, said the agency needs a major "culture change" immediately to improve its service and regain finanical footing.

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Newsby StaffJune 2, 2016

ElDorado continues to grow after 4 decades

ElDorado customers include the U.S. Federal Government, the State of Iowa, and the Illinois Department of Transportation, as well as Marriott, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo Rent a Car and Hilton Hotels and Resorts.

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Newsby StaffJune 2, 2016

REI adds software solutions to monitor drivers, optimize routes

REI’s routing software identifies via a cellular connection, if a bus is off route or running late. Past routes are easily optimized saving time and fuel by automatically generating the most efficient path available.

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Newsby StaffJune 2, 2016

Ohio's COTA, FTA sign $37M grant for BRT project

CMAX will help relieve passenger crowding and spur economic development along Cleveland Avenue, one of the city’s busiest travel corridors.

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Newsby StaffJune 2, 2016

New York City Transit veteran honored with city-wide award

George Menduina, MTA New York City Transit’s VP and chief facilities officer, Department of Buses, received a prestigious award, which celebrates dedication and commitment to outstanding public service to New York City delivered at the highest level of excellence.

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Newsby StaffJune 2, 2016

Clean Energy wins $3M contract to fuel Santa Monica's Big Blue Bus

The five-year deal, worth an estimated $3 million per year, will enable BBB to continue using Clean Energy’s Redeem™ brand of renewable natural gas, rated up to 90% cleaner than diesel and considered the cleanest transportation fuel available.

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Newsby StaffJune 2, 2016

RTC honored for being top 'bicycle-friendly business' in Nevada

The agency's bike center provides free bicycle parking, a full-service bike shop, showers, bike lockers, a repair facility and free bike clinics.

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