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ABA Marketplace Report
News•by Staff•March 30, 2026

ABA Marketplace Drives $124.9M in Business, New Report Finds

As the American Bus Association marks its 100th year, a new ABA Foundation report highlights the Marketplace’s role as a key revenue engine for the bus and group travel industry.

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Coach USA, Samsara cover shot
Articles•by Alex Roman•March 30, 2026

How Coach USA Is Using AI to Prevent Bus Accidents

As motorcoaches navigate increasingly congested urban corridors filled with pedestrians, cyclists, scooters, and distracted drivers, safety leaders across the industry are confronting a growing challenge: visibility.

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Five different gold commemorative Smart Trip card designs.
News•by Staff•March 27, 2026

WMATA Proposes Revised FY2027 Budget as System Marks 50 Years of Service

Updated financial plan reflects ridership growth and cost controls as the Washington region’s transit system celebrates five decades of operations.

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Cover photo for Bus Tech Talk with Cecil Blandon
Videos•by Alex Roman•March 27, 2026

Bus Tech Talk: AC Transit’s Cecil Blandon on Leadership, Mentorship, and a Career in Transit

In part 1 of a two-part conversation, AC Transit’s director of maintenance joins co-hosts Alex Roman and Mark Hollenbeck to discuss his journey from the U.S. Marines to public transit and the role mentorship plays in developing the next generation of industry leaders.

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An AC Transit Tempo bus
News•by Staff•March 27, 2026

California's AC Transit Greenlights Development of Service Contingency Plan

In reaching its decision, the board considered the District’s mounting long-term structural deficits, with current projections forecasting annual operating deficits of about $50 million beginning in FY 2027-28 and continuing in the years ahead.

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A CDTA bus
News•by Staff•March 27, 2026

New York's CDTA Approves 2027 Operating, Capital Plan

The $143 million spending plan represents a 2.4% reduction from last year’s budget. Increasing expenses, along with depleted federal COVID-19 funds, continue to impact the overall budget, CDTA officials said.

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Nadine S. Lee
News•by Staff•March 26, 2026

DART's President/CEO Announces Departure from Agency

Nadine S. Lee, who has served as president/CEO since July 2021, said the decision comes after careful reflection on the agency’s progress and its path forward.

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An NJ TRANSIT railcar at a station
News•by Staff•March 26, 2026

New Executive Order Targets Better Rider Experience on NJ TRANSIT

The Executive Order has two parts. Within 45 days from signing, the Commissioner of Transportation, in her capacity as Chair of the NJ TRANSIT board, will develop and send to the Governor a comprehensive plan to improve riders’ experiences. 

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A KCATA bus
News•by Staff•March 26, 2026

KCATA Taps KL2 Connects to Lead President/CEO Search

The KCATA board will remain actively engaged throughout the search process to ensure the selection of a highly qualified leader who will advance the agency’s commitment to serving the Kansas City region, the agency said.

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Cover photo for Guiding Star mentorship program
News•by Staff•March 24, 2026

STAR Transit, ITLC Team Up on Workforce Mentorship Initiative

The Guiding Star Mentor Program connects experienced operators with new employees to support onboarding, retention, and long-term career growth.

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