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Newsby StaffJuly 18, 2013

REI debuts 2 new mobile surveillance DVRs

Each DVR is coupled with REI’s A.R.M.O.R. viewing software as well as an extruded aluminum chassis, fanless design and wireless capability.

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Newsby StaffJuly 15, 2013

IPA's tool compares diameter on dual-mated tires

The Tire Comparator (Type II) provides an easy method of ensuring mated tires are within tolerance.

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Newsby StaffJuly 9, 2013

Greyhound to launch onboard entertainment system

Customers can access more than 25 movies, 15 hours of television shows, 100 music albums and five games. They can also surf the Web, read digital news publications, check their trip maps and review destination guides.

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Newsby StaffJuly 8, 2013

FMCSA declares Alaskan coach driver an imminent hazard

Several passengers called 911 to report Steven Forrest McKinley II’s impaired driving while other passengers asked him to stop the vehicle. His breath alcohol content was determined to be 0.341.

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Newsby StaffJuly 8, 2013

Veteran training grants awarded to 6 colleges

The FMCSA announced almost $1 million in new grants to help train veterans and military families for jobs in the transportation industry.

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Newsby StaffJuly 8, 2013

MCI delivers D4505s to Miss.

The new vehicles are part of a 13-coach, all-D fleet — and all have been purchased by Express Bus with the help of the same MCI sales representative.

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Newsby StaffJuly 3, 2013

ABC delivers C2045s to Houston

The 57 passenger coaches are powered by Detroit DD13 engines coupled to Allison B500G4 transmissions and are equipped with Iteris Lane Departure Warning systems, electronic stability control and three-point seat belts.

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Newsby StaffJuly 3, 2013

Calif. lawmaker introduces motorcoach safety bill

The bill would require the U.S. DOT to review pre-trip inspection procedures for brake adjustment and issue a new rule in three years, develop minimum performance standards and allow law enforcement to conduct en route inspections.

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Newsby StaffJuly 3, 2013

MCI delivers 4 J4500s to Canada

Safety features include three-point passenger seat belts, Electronic Stability Control, a fire suppression system and air-pressure tire monitoring.

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Newsby StaffJuly 1, 2013

NTSB's Hersman talks safety with UMA board

Said that the NTSB is "interested in providing solutions, not just identifying problems," and said it is imperative to "educate the public to make the choice to put safety first."

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