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Newsby StaffApril 19, 2012

FTA launches website showing transit’s eco benefits

Provides a calculator that tells visitors how much carbon dioxide they would save by riding transit. Also showcases investments such as state-of-the-art clean-fuel technologies and highlights progress providing access to affordable housing near transit and improving transportation in national parks.

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Articlesby Nicole SchlosserApril 18, 2012

6 Tips for Diversifying Your Coach Offerings

Careful budget planning in advance, cross-utilizing resources, strategic partnerships and tapping into local employers are some ways to ensure a smooth expansion into new bus markets.

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Newsby StaffApril 18, 2012

Greyhound orders 60 Prevost XE-45s

Delivery is scheduled to begin in June 2012 and be completed in October 2012.

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Newsby StaffApril 18, 2012

FMCSA develops medical examiner certification registry

The National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners was created to accompany the new final rule that requires healthcare professionals who perform medical examinations for interstate truck and bus drivers to be trained, tested and certified on the specific physical qualifications that affect a driver's ability to safely operate the vehicle.

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ArticlesApril 18, 2012

Bus safety app makes data more accessible

SaferBus provides access to safety records on approximately 6,000 interstate commercial passenger carriers operating in the U.S., which includes privately operated motorcoach, school bus and tour bus companies.

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Newsby StaffApril 17, 2012

Coach America reschedules sale auction date

The one-week delay reflects the timely submission from the Pre-Petition First Lien Agent, pursuant to Section 9.1 of the Prepetition First Lien Credit Agreement, of its intent to submit a Credit Bid under Section 363 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code.

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Newsby StaffApril 10, 2012

Zonar, Esri team to offer real-time fleet data mapping

Integrated their technology to deliver real-time fleet data layered with sophisticated geographic map information. The resulting system helps companies determine capacity enhancements, improve fuel efficiency, optimize routes and share interactive transportation maps on the Web.

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Newsby StaffApril 10, 2012

FMCSA shuts down Oklahoma bus operator

Placed Heartland Charters & Tours out-of-service after an extensive review of the company's operations found multiple hours-of-service, vehicle maintenance, and controlled substance and alcohol testing violations.

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Newsby StaffApril 10, 2012

IC Bus holds annual dealer meeting

Culminates with an awards ceremony, recognizing exceptional individuals throughout the IC Bus dealer network.

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Newsby StaffApril 10, 2012

N.Y. to conduct more bus safety probes

Gov. Andrew Cuomo and the state Legislature are creating a new bus inspection program which will target the operators with the worst safety records with more inspections.

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