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Newsby StaffNovember 25, 2013

FMCSA orders Phoenix operator to cease operations

Investigators found that the carrier, Autobuses Rayon improperly allowed at least three other unsafe bus companies, previously shut down by FMCSA, to continue passenger services using vehicles with the registration markings of its company.

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Photo Galleriesby StaffNovember 23, 2013

Nov/Dec 2013 in pictures

A look at METRO's Nov/Dec 2013 in pictures.

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Newsby StaffNovember 22, 2013

ABC delivers 2 Van Hool C2045Ls to Fla.

With the addition of the new vehicles, Corporate Coaches now has nine wheelchair accessible motorcoaches in their vehicle fleet.

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Newsby StaffNovember 21, 2013

CH Bus delivers Temsas to Pa., Neb.

Martz Trailways adds two TS-30s, while Neb.-based Navigator Motorcoaches Inc. adds a TS-35.

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Newsby StaffNovember 20, 2013

Prevost opens, relocates Canadian service centers

The new Toronto center features four service bays and a parts warehouse in a 9,600 sq. ft. facility, while the new 21,625 sq. ft. Richmond facility is equipped with six full-service bays, a large parts warehouse area.

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Newsby StaffNovember 20, 2013

Updated: NHTSA to require seat belts on motorcoaches

The final rule, which amends FMVSS 208, applies to new over-the-road buses and to other types of new buses with a GVWR greater than 26,000 pounds, except transit buses and school buses.

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ArticlesCover StoryNovember 19, 2013

Electric Vehicles Charge Up the Show Floor at BusCon 2013

More than 145 exhibitors showcased products and 64 vehicles were on display, including an unprecedented four electric vehicles. Safety and paratransit were major topics of focus in the educational sessions, which featured an expanded program this year.

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Newsby StaffNovember 19, 2013

Peter Pan adding 42 MCI coaches

The operation's decision to purchase 42 buses in the past 12 months was in response to a growing demand and the desire to further expand its modern fleet of buses.

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ArticlesNovember 18, 2013

SmartDrive enables operators to train drivers using ‘game film’

Based in San Diego, SmartDrive Systems provides commercial operators and transit agencies a safety solution focused on identifying specific areas of risk within a fleet.

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ArticlesNovember 18, 2013

Going the Extra Mile to Train Motorcoach Operators

Many operators are breaking away from typical 80-hour classroom/ behind-the-wheel-type training programs and are providing additional training to increase safety; improve vehicle efficiency; or better prepare drivers to perform in unique, area-specific driving conditions.

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