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Newsby StaffNovember 30, 2017

EasyMile, partners to integrate driverless tech into full-size bus

Technologies to be integrated into the bus include, safety controls, navigation software, cybersecurity protocols, and deployment processes.

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ArticlesNovember 30, 2017

How to Maintain a State of Good Repair by Leveraging Asset Management Tools

Agencies are turning to versatile asset management platforms to help streamline their processes and meet requirements, which can both help create peace of mind that the agency is in compliance with federal regulations, as well as launch further proactive efforts.

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Newsby StaffNovember 29, 2017

GreenPower recieves purchase order for 2 all-electric double-deck coaches

The purchase order follows a successful pilot project between GreenPower, CVS Tours, and the Greater Victoria Harbor Authority, in which GreenPower deployed its first all-electric double decker bus on the basis of a one-year lease.

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Newsby StaffNovember 29, 2017

New Flyer lands diesel, CNG bus order from Portland, Maine's METRO

The new order, which adds a total of 11 equivalent units to New Flyer’s backlog, supports METRO’s aged fleet replacement with diesel buses, as well as planned fleet expansion with CNG buses to support the growing Portland community.

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Newsby StaffNovember 29, 2017

L.A. Mayor set to unveil '28 by 28' Olympics transportation plan

The plan, which is preperation for the summer Olympics in 2028, includes light rail expansions, a bus rapid transit network, and highway improvement and widening efforts.

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ArticlesNovember 29, 2017

New Mobility Mindset, Vehicle Innovation on Display at APTA EXPO 2017

The expansive show floor, which featured more than 800 exhibitors, featured a bevy of product debuts and gave attendees a view of transit’s future.

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Newsby StaffNovember 28, 2017

Calif.'s GET adding 24 New Flyer Xcelsior CNG buses

The new order, which adds a total of 24 equivalent units to New Flyer’s backlog, supports aged fleet replacement and the GET bus focus on environmental sustainability.

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Newsby StaffNovember 28, 2017

Palm Tran helps small DBEs gain access to opportunity

The Palm Beach Partners Business Matchmaker Conference & Expo attracted more than 400 participants from numerous business disciplines.

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ArticlesCover StoryNovember 28, 2017

TriMet Ready to Make Rider Enhancements a Reality

The agency will use funds from a new statewide employee payroll tax to support two key priorities: a low-income fare program and bus service expansion.

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Newsby StaffNovember 27, 2017

Winnipeg Transit to test bus operator shields

Once the pilot project is complete, the agency will prepare a report discussing the findings and recommending next steps.

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