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ArticlesAugust 14, 2018

New England Wheels Packs Durability, Accessibility into a Low-Floor Minibus

The 22-foot, 15-passenger true low-floor recently achieved a score of 91 on the new Altoona Testing pass/fail test upon completion of testing in March 2018.

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ArticlesAugust 13, 2018

Innovative Suspension System Provides Smoother Ride for Buses

The CLASS system changes spring stiffness instantaneously over a wide range without driver intervention.

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Newsby StaffAugust 10, 2018

MV Transportation wins contract to operate Calif. bus services

Will maintain the City of Santa Clarita's fleet of over 100 vehicles, providing transportation for three million passengers, annually.

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Newsby StaffAugust 9, 2018

Q&A with RATP Dev USA President Blaine Rigler

METRO’s Managing Editor Alex Roman recently spoke to Rigler about the evolution of tech in the transit industry, the growth of Mobility-as-a-Service, and more.

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Newsby StaffAugust 8, 2018

Millage to fund TheRide services in 3 counties extended

Will enable agency to preserve expanded fixe- route bus service levels, as well as the improved transit services for seniors and persons with disabilities, approved in 2014.

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Newsby StaffAugust 8, 2018

San Joaquin RTD named outstanding public transportation system

Despite necessary service reductions, RTD consistently delivered innovative and high-quality services.

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ArticlesCover StoryAugust 7, 2018

Forest River Inc. bus division chief talks co. strengths, product diversity

METRO spoke to David Wright about some of the keys to the company’s success, and what challenges they are facing.   

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ArticlesCover StoryAugust 7, 2018

Fleet, Route Updates Help San Diego MTS' Adapt to Service Demands

The agency is continuing to balance paratransit and ridership challenges with a growing fleet of clean-fuel vehicles.

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Newsby StaffAugust 7, 2018

Nominations open for NTI's Achievements in Transit Training Awards

The awards will be presented at NTI’s Transit Trainers’ Workshop in Seattle, on Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2018.

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Newsby StaffAugust 6, 2018

King County Metro named 'best' large transit system by APTA

Achievements include, significantly increased ridership and launch of the nation’s leading reduced-fare program.

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