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Newsby StaffJune 16, 2015

XL Hybrids expands product line with GM Cutaway/Cab Chassis

The new product would allow universities, transit agencies and for-hire transportation companies that use small shuttle buses to easily cut fuel costs while supporting sustainability efforts.

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Newsby StaffJune 16, 2015

Greyhound launches real-time bus tracking system

Automatically updating every one to four minutes, BusTracker pulls data from three tracking systems installed on all of Greyhound’s buses to provide the latest schedule status for customers.

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Newsby StaffJune 16, 2015

Tennessee ride-sharing law hailed as model for nation

The bill, which Gov. Bill Haslam signed into law on May 20, appears to block traditional cab services from incorporating app-based hailing of cabs into their business models and also sets up insurance requirements.

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Newsby StaffJune 15, 2015

KCATA close to taking over city's bus, paratransit services

According to a proposed, one-year contract between the city of Independence and the KCATA, the city will pay the KCATA $685,005 for those services. Independence estimates the management transfer will save the city about $100,000 a year.

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Newsby StaffJune 15, 2015

Pa. paratransit users concerned about coming changes

The Westmoreland County Transit Authority is set to consolidate its paratransit system to one provider, National Express, which has some users worried about the future of its Senior Shared Ride Program.

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Newsby StaffJune 15, 2015

N.Y. legislators want to simplify paratransit recertification process

Under current law, the MTA requires a recertification every five years that entails paperwork, doctor visits and physical evaluations at Access-A-Ride offices, which keeps users from abusing the program according to the MTA.

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Newsby StaffJune 15, 2015

N.Y. county adds 19 new vehicles to paratransit fleet

Each Phoenix vehicle, manufactured by Coach & Equipment Mfg. Corp., is wheelchair accessible, featuring a side-entry lift near the front of the bus with double leaf lift doors.

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Newsby StaffJune 10, 2015

ASV names new Canadian Bus Division national sales manager

Ron Campbell will lead international sales in Canada for ASV’s commercial, transit and school bus brands and report directly to John Walsh, VP, sales, for ASV Bus.

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ProductsJune 5, 2015

Quantum automatic rear-facing wheelchair securement station

Q'Straint’s Quantum automatic rear-facing wheelchair securement station is designed to international standards, built with transportation industry-standard technologies and is ideal for both new fleet or retrofit applications, according to the company. Beyond safety and durability, the Quantum was also designed with aesthetics in mind: the Quantum's appearance is unimposing and approachable, making it a thoughtful addition to any modern bus.

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Newsby StaffJune 5, 2015

Gov. Baker unveils $83 million MBTA winter resiliency plan

Calls for investments this summer and over the next five years in snow removal equipment, infrastructure upgrades and operations during harsh weather to improve service reliability.

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