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Newsby StaffApril 14, 2016

L.A. Metro taps RNL for light rail, bus station improvements

The $66 million project will include upgrading and expanding the 25-year-old Willowbrook/Rosa Parks Station, which currently connects the Blue Line between Long Beach and downtown Los Angeles with the Green Line, which runs from Norwalk to Redondo Beach.  

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Newsby StaffApril 14, 2016

$20M available to improve access to transit in communities

The TOD Planning Pilot Program provides grants for comprehensive planning in communities that are developing or implementing major new public transportation projects.

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Newsby StaffApril 12, 2016

N.C. agency to add up to 53 buses over 5-year period

Nearly one-half of Chapel Hill Transit’s 99 bus fleet is more than 14 years old, with the oldest buses more than 20 years old. The town could buy up to 25 buses over the next 12 months.

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Newsby StaffApril 11, 2016

Calif. autonomous vehicle program to solve first, last mile issues

The city envisions the autonomous vehicle shuttles to provide on-demand, point-to-point transportation within the city, with users requesting a ride using their smart phones, according to a city release.

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Newsby StaffApril 7, 2016

New Gillig CNG buses hit Phoenix streets

The new buses replace existing liquefied natural gas buses that average 12 years and 500,000 miles of service, some as old as 18 years with nearly one million miles.

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Newsby StaffApril 5, 2016

Cummins receives Tier 4 cert. for QSK95 locomotives

At 4400 hp (3281 kW), the QSK95 achieves the highest output of any 16-cylinder high-speed diesel and is capable of a top speed of 125 mph (201 km/hr) as a prime mover.

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Newsby StaffApril 5, 2016

FTA to provide 9 cities with TOD technical assistance

As part of the FTA’s nationwide transit-oriented development initiative, the technical assistance will create opportunities that jumpstart local economies and strengthen communities, with a focus on boosting disadvantaged areas.

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ArticlesCover StoryApril 4, 2016

BRT Project Focus: Oregon and Nevada

A look at two unique and interesting BRT projects; Lane Transit District's EmX line and RTC Washoe County's RAPID.

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Newsby StaffMarch 31, 2016

FTA announces $266M in bus improvement grants

The investments will help advance President Obama’s vision for a cleaner, 21st century transportation system that reduces carbon emissions while expanding transportation options for families.

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Newsby StaffMarch 31, 2016

Genova approved as permanent CEO of Denver RTD

David Genova brings extensive leadership experience from throughout the agency, including overseeing safety certification for rail line openings and the newly renovated Denver Union Station.

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