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Caltrain Survey Shows Record-High Rider Approval

The survey showed that commute trips still make up the majority of ridership, with most riders boarding 2 to 3 days a week, reflecting hybrid work schedules. Two-thirds of Caltrain riders have access to a car, while 37% of Caltrain riders are considered low-income.

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Newsby StaffApril 29, 2016

AC Transit prohibits travel to N.C.

The agency said that N.C.'s so-called "bathroom law" is in direct conflict with its longstanding commitment of access and inclusion to all members of its community.

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Videosby StaffApril 28, 2016

Where Your Cash Fare Goes at Metro Transit

Ever wonder what happens to the dollars and coins you place in the fare boxes on buses and at light rail pay stations?

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Videosby StaffApril 28, 2016

MBTA's Operations Control Center: A Behind-the-Scenes Look

Provides a behind-the-scenes view of the central hub of Boston's mass transit system.

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Newsby StaffApril 28, 2016

MCI delivers 4 J4500s to Dallas operator

The move marks a first in coaches for AJL International Worldwide Chauffeured Transportation, which enhances its 20-year highly successful business in corporate ground transportation.

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Newsby StaffApril 28, 2016

5 companies form coalition to bring self-driving cars to market quicker

Group includes Google, Ford, Uber, Volvo Cars and Lyft, with former NHTSA chief David Strickland serving as the coalition's counsel and spokesman.

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Newsby StaffApril 28, 2016

FRA makes $25M available for rail infrastructure safety upgrades

Applicants can request funds for safety improvements to railroad infrastructure, including railroad crossings, track, tunnels, bridges, yards and other areas.

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Newsby StaffApril 28, 2016

Calif. High-Speed Rail Authority acquires radio spectrum for train communications

The agreement with Access 700 LLC, a subsidiary of Access Spectrum LLC, for 44 frequencies covering the lower section of the state, is critical for the development of secure and reliable train communication systems, such as PTC.

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Newsby StaffApril 28, 2016

First Transit awarded Philadelphia American Airlines shuttle ops contract

The company will transport passengers on the ramp side of the airport between all terminals serving the airline. The contract also includes preventative maintenance.

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Newsby StaffApril 27, 2016

NJ TRANSIT's Hudson-Bergen line running modified service for 3rd day

Service has been hampered since overhead catenary wires were yanked down when a dump truck lowered its bed two days ago. There is no timetable for the repair of the wires.

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Newsby StaffApril 27, 2016

D.C. Metro rules out power cables as factor in recent smoke incident

Passengers aboard the train described a tense atmosphere, with smoke in some of the railcars, flames visible outside the train and the odor of electrical smoke evoking memories of the Jan. 12, 2015, L’Enfant Plaza Metro station incidnet that left one rider dead and scores sickened

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