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Cincinnati Metro Goes Electric

Two battery-electric buses entered service on Earth Day, with four additional vehicles expected to join the fleet this summer. Seven more buses are planned for the end of 2027, bringing Metro’s total zero-emission fleet to 13.

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ArticlesCover StoryJuly 12, 2018

Automated Vehicle Deployments Gaining in Popularity

Many new automated vehicle deployments are for fixed-route applications with defined coverage areas, or for first/last mile deployments around a hub.

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Newsby StaffJuly 12, 2018

SEPTA takes Siemens ACS-64 electric locomotive on inaugural run

The purchase of the new locomotives was made possible by Act 89, Pennsylvania's comprehensive funding transportation bill.

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Newsby StaffJuly 12, 2018

New Flyer names new director, sales & business development

Stephanie Laubenstein will develop innovative technical and commercial solutions to meet the needs and demands of a rapidly changing public transit industry.

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Newsby StaffJuly 12, 2018

Seon adds 8-channel hybrid HD system to TH series surveillance line-up

The high-definition surveillance solution provides full coverage inside and outside the vehicle to promote passenger safety and reduce liability.

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Newsby StaffJuly 11, 2018

Engineer in deadly Amtrak crash had no experience on new locomotive

The Dec.18, 2017 derailment of Amtrak train #501 killed three people and injured 62.

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Newsby StaffJuly 11, 2018

'Flying train' could be coming to a station near you

Aircraft design features detachable wings to hasten turnover at airports and make boarding easier and closer to passengers’ homes.

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Newsby StaffJuly 11, 2018

Alstom's hydrogen fuel-cell train approved for German commercial ops

Two Coradia iLint prototypes will enter pilot operation in the Elbe-Weser network, with passenger service scheduled for late summer.

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Newsby StaffJuly 10, 2018

BYD partners to launch first-ever electric bus leasing program

The program will help public and private sector clients accelerate adoption of battery-powered electric buses by reducing upfront costs.

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Newsby StaffJuly 10, 2018

Safety, tech key focus at 2018’s Transit Maintenance Forum

The event gives senior transit maintenance professionals the chance to learn about some of the latest trends they are facing in their shops.

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Newsby StaffJuly 9, 2018

PowerPusher's rail movers safety push, pull over 225 tons

The flexible mover operates on or off the rails for increased dexterity and efficiency allowing for easy maintenance of railcars.

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