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News•by Staff•February 18, 2020

U.S. DOE, Hyundai partner to assess hydrogen, fuel-cell tech

Access to data from real-world operation of hydrogen and fuel-cell applications and help guide future DOE research and development.

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News•by Staff•February 18, 2020

Alstom to buy Bombardier Transportation for up to $6.7 billion

The agreement would create the world's No. 2 train manufacturer and better take on China's CCRC Corp.

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News•by Staff•February 18, 2020

CUTRIC launches zero-emission bus research projects

Over $4.7 million in federal and industry funding will support low-carbon and smart mobility research in Canada.

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News•by Staff•February 17, 2020

Conn. launches mobile ticketing for passenger rail

The app, CTrail eTix, is a more convenient way to pay rail fare without needing to carry and display a paper ticket.

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News•by Staff•February 14, 2020

Biz News: New Flyer lands contract, Q'STRAINT forms partnership

Oregon is the latest to approve the company for a statewide contract, while tradeshows will be the focus of a new strategic partnership.

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News•by Staff•February 14, 2020

Amtrak to begin high-speed testing of first trainset for new Acela fleet

Train to travel from New York to Colorado ahead of 2021 launch.

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News•by Staff•February 13, 2020

Sustainable transport on track to bypass cars by 2030 in largest cities

Cycling is predicted to increase by 18%, while walking and public transport usage will rise by 15% and 6% respectively.

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News•by Staff•February 13, 2020

FTA makes $9M available to improve rail transit, bus operator safety

Includes $7.3 million for new tech/designs for rail transit safety; and $2 million for projects that redesign transit bus operator compartment.

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News•by Staff•February 13, 2020

Columbus unveils nation's first public AV shuttle for residential area

Two all-electric vehicles, serviced by autonomous mobility provider EasyMile, will service the 2.9-mile route.

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News•by Staff•February 11, 2020

NY MTA selects firms to bid on Metro-North Penn Station project

The project will bring rail service into Penn Station by 2023 and create four new ADA- accessible stations in the east Bronx. 

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