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Newsby StaffApril 8, 2019

New ride-share co. emerges to provide drivers better pay, conditions

Originally conceptualized in 2018, BitiCar was formed to solve the problems drivers are currently experiencing with Uber and Lyft.

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Newsby StaffApril 8, 2019

A-1 Limousine adding 2 MCI J4500s, 2 J3500s

All four coaches will also carry optional programmable multicolor interior lighting and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems.

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Newsby StaffApril 5, 2019

Great Canadian Holiday and Coaches adds 5 MCI J4500s

With a major redesign in model year 2018, Great Canadian’s newest 56-seat coaches now feature industry-leading legroom and three-point passenger seatbelts.

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Newsby StaffApril 5, 2019

Volkswagen testing automated vehicle on German intercity test route

Five e-Golf vehicles, equipped with laser scanners, cameras, ultrasonic sensors, and radars, will drive on a digital test bed.

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Newsby StaffApril 5, 2019

L.A. Metro opens LEED-certified rail yard

Features of the yard include pollution reducing construction processes and easy access to public transportation for workers.

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Newsby StaffApril 5, 2019

MBTA teaming with TNCs to support more wheelchair-accessible vehicles

Companies, like Uber and Lyft, will receive a subsidy on a per-hour basis for every hour that wheelchair-accessible vehicles are available for use.

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Newsby StaffApril 4, 2019

BYD produces 300th battery-electric bus at California plant

Also celebrated impending Antelope Valley Transportation Authority milestone of one million miles of zero-emission bus operations.

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Newsby StaffApril 4, 2019

SAE International, Ford, GM, and Toyota partner to address AV safety

Consortium will leverage expertise to establish a set of AV safety guiding principles to help inform standards development.

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Newsby StaffApril 3, 2019

U. of Georgia adding 20 Proterra battery-electric buses

The university offers free rides for students, faculty, and visitors with an average daily ridership of about 40,000.

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Newsby StaffApril 3, 2019

Startup releases pre-feasability study for hyperloop line in Thailand

Toronto-based TransPod's hyperloop line would link Bangkok to Chiang Mai, with an extension to Phuket.

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