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News•by Staff•September 17, 2018

New Smith System training tools focus on bus and transit drivers, passengers

The collection teaches bus drivers how to use The Smith5Keys® to create a safer environment inside and around the bus.

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News•by Staff•September 13, 2018

Metrolink honors memory of those killed, injured in 2008 train crash

Ten years ago, a Metrolink passenger train collided head-on with a Union Pacific freight train in the Chatsworth area.

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Articles•Cover Story•September 13, 2018

Nashville's Transit System Defies Defeat with New Brand, Revised Plan

After its $5.4 billion dollar mass transit referendum loss at the ballot box, the agency moves ahead with revised project plans, while also celebrating a rebrand.

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News•by Staff•September 12, 2018

FRA makes $46M available for PTC work

The NOFO represents the balance of the $250 million Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements Program funds available. 

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News•by Staff•September 10, 2018

Tucson latest to ban dockless electric scooters

Although the city has a bike-share program, the dockless nature of the electric scooters makes them unappealing to city officials.

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News•by Staff•September 10, 2018

WMATA issues RFP for 8000-series railcars

Plans to acquire at least 256 8000-series cars to allow for the retirement of the 2000- and 3000-series cars at the end of their 40-year service life.

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News•by Staff•September 10, 2018

Siemens to supply ITS infrastructure software, support for ACM

Center develops real-world testing and validation of connected and automated vehicles.

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News•by Staff•September 6, 2018

Process to transfer safety oversight of D.C. rail to commission unveiled

FTA has begun conducting pre-transition activities, including briefings with MSC's executive team and board members.

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News•by Staff•September 5, 2018

NJ Transit begins 4-month shutdown of line for PTC repairs

Expanded local and express bus service is being offered for Atlantic City Rail Line user until service returns in January.

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News•by Staff•September 5, 2018

Chicago Transit unveils newly modernized Blue Line station

In addition to accessibility upgrades, the project improved station and platform lighting, installed new security cameras, and provided new CTA Bus and Train Tracker displays.

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