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Newsby StaffMay 28, 2025

San Diego Region Transit Agencies Mark 1M Contactless Payment Taps

The accomplishment marks a first for transit agencies in California, making MTS and NCTD the earliest adopters in the state to reach this level of contactless payment usage.

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Newsby StaffMay 26, 2025

Proposed L.A. Metro Project May Reduce Rush Hour Travel by Over 50%

The update, shared during the first of five community meetings, provides a clearer picture of how the project could reshape one of Southern California’s most congested travel corridors.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsMay 26, 2025

Biz Briefs: WSP JV Lands San Francisco Muni Contract and More

Biz Briefs covers the latest supplier news in the motorcoach and public transit industries.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsMay 23, 2025

New Video/Podcast ‘Bus Tech Talk’ to Spotlight Transit Maintenance Professionals

Bus Tech Talk offers a platform for real-world solutions and shared knowledge as agencies face aging fleets, complex propulsion systems, and technician shortages.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsMay 23, 2025

Transit Bus Deliveries Stabilize in 2024, but Market Still Trails Pre-Pandemic Levels

OEM consolidation, lingering supply chain challenges, and rising ZEB demand define a transitional year for the North American bus market.

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Articlesby Alex RomanMay 22, 2025

Consultant Q&A: WSP's Schwarz Talks Project Delivery, Tech, and More

METRO recently spoke to Angela Schwarz about the top operational challenges facing public transit agencies today, how firms like WSP are helping to address them, the ongoing pressure to reduce costs per passenger, bus automation, and more.

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Newsby StaffMay 21, 2025

ENC Reinforces U.S.-Built Transit Solutions Amid Historic Federal Investments

Announced earlier this month, the funding opportunity aims to accelerate the transition to clean energy vehicles, improve service reliability, and modernize aging bus infrastructure across the U.S.

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Newsby StaffMay 16, 2025

With WSP, Partners, CapMetro Sets the Stage for Scalable Automation

The technology demonstration at CapMetro’s North Operations and Maintenance Facility showcases the potential of automation to optimize bus yard operations, increase efficiency, and improve transit personnel's safety.

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Newsby StaffMay 16, 2025

Report: Motorcoaches Set Standard for Clean, Connected Travel

Commissioned by the ABAF and developed in partnership with Oxford Economics, the report presents a comprehensive, data-driven look at the sustainability performance of motorcoach operators and manufacturers and their role in advancing clean, efficient transportation.

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Newsby StaffMay 15, 2025

FTA Launches $1.5B Grant Initiative to Expand, Modernize Public Transit

This year’s Notice of Funding Opportunity brings notable changes to the grant qualification process.

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