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News•by Staff•May 29, 2019

PTC now operating on 48K plus miles, according to FRA report

All 41 railroads subject to the statutory mandate complied with the law by Dec. 31, 2018.

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News•by Staff•May 24, 2019

Micromobility device users operate without clear, consistent rules: Study

MTI authors concluded that states are the appropriate entity to set comprehensive regulations for personal transportation device riders.

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News•by Staff•May 23, 2019

FMCSA, NHTSA seeking input on testing vehicles with automated driving systems

Seeking comments at this stage to ensure that all potential approaches are fully considered as the agencies move forward with these regulatory actions.

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News•by Staff•May 22, 2019

WMATA pulls 3000-Series trains after door malfunction

The incident, which happened after the train left the station on Sunday afternoon, was captured on video by a rider.

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News•May 22, 2019

Inadequate planning, insufficient training led to Amtrak derailment

In December 2017, Amtrak Cascades train 501 derailed on an overpass as it entered a 30-mph curve at approximately 78 mph.

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News•by Staff•May 22, 2019

First Transit names Perez as VP of safety

Perez has more than 23 years of safety experience in areas such as manufacturing, waste management and food processing.

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News•by Staff•May 21, 2019

APTA chair talks agenda, how to be a better board member

David M. Stackrow Sr. was elected chair of APTA's board of directors last fall.

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News•by Staff•May 21, 2019

Tech Trends: Mobility Conference Products

A look at some at some of the products and services on the show floor at this year's APTA Mobility Conference in Louisville.

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News•by Staff•May 20, 2019

How are agencies innovating to generate revenue, saving money?

Top execs from agencies around the country, including Las Vegas and Dayton, Ohio, answer our Question of the Day.

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News•by Staff•May 20, 2019

MCI touts 'revolutionary accessibility' of commuter coach, battery-electric plans

Offers modern styling and rider comfort with passenger accessibility via a second door with a low-entry automatic ramp system.

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