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News•by Staff•September 16, 2013

OC Transpo's paratransit service to use unique smart card system

Para Transpo uses a zoned fare system that’s different from OC Transpo’s and uses many different vehicles, including taxis that are only on duty some of the time, making it difficult to use the agency's Presto system.

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News•by Staff•September 16, 2013

Va. transit may end weekend service for disabled riders

Greater Richmond Transit Co. is running out of funds to keep the program running. Demand for the service has spiked by 75% over the last 10 years.

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News•by Staff•September 16, 2013

Calif. paratransit expands service

Added stops to its Downtown Shuttle Route. Additionally, seniors and ADA riders may now transfer, free of charge, to the fixed-route system.

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News•by Staff•September 16, 2013

Manatee paratransit operator named Fla. Driver of the Year

Patricia Adams, a former school bus driver, has been transporting 30 to 40 people daily to physical therapy, dialysis and doctors appointments safely for six years.

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Photo Galleries•by Staff•September 12, 2013

August 2013 in Pictures

A look at METRO's August 2013 issue

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News•by Staff•September 11, 2013

Q'Straint unveils 3-point wheelchair securement station

The Q’UBE 3-Point Securement Station features an innovative sliding bumper that provides critical stabilization and tip-over prevention that the ADA requires for 3-Point securement.

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News•by Staff•September 11, 2013

Q'Straint to equip L.A. Metro fleet

Q’POD, the first fully integrated wheelchair securement station specifically designed and tested for transit wheelchair passenger transportation, will be installed in the 550 new Xcelsior 40-foot heavy-duty CNG buses recently ordered.

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News•by Staff•September 10, 2013

BusCon 2013 kicks off with packed sessions, show floor

The morning was packed with educational sessions covering topics such as Alternative Fuels, Electric Buses, Updates on ADA and DOT regulations, and safety. More buses than ever in all shapes and types are on display including several electric bus models.

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Videos•by Staff•September 10, 2013

Welcome to the BusCon 2013 Show Floor!

Bobit Business Media President and CEO Ty Bobit discusses the latest offerings on the show floor at BusCon.

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News•by Staff•September 9, 2013

Winnebago debuts new vehicles at BusCon

The vehicle features a one-piece fiberglass roof, a fully welded, tubular steel framework, high-gloss fiberglass sidewalls and exclusive frame-less windows that offer exceptional performance and reduced long-term maintenance.

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