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News•by Staff•September 25, 2014

Texans don't see public transit as congestion cure, poll says

The findings also suggest that most Texans may be reluctant to make significant lifestyle changes to cope with congestion, such as changing where they live.

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News•by Staff•September 25, 2014

D.C. Metro chief Sarles stepping down

Sarles has helmed Metro at a time that has seen massive reinvestment in rebuilding the rail system, the expansion of the Silver Line, the procurement of new 7000 series cars and updating the bus fleet, according to the report.

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Articles•Cover Story•by Janna Starcic•September 25, 2014

Sonoma County Strengthens Commitment to CNG with New Fleet

With intercity routes forming the core of the agency's route network, the new fleet features high-back reclining seats and Wi-Fi.

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News•by Staff•September 24, 2014

Green tech major feature at BusCon 2014

At least six electric vehicles, ranging from passenger vans to cutaway buses to a mid-sized transit bus and a trolley bus, were featured both on the show floor and at a special ride along held in conjunction with the show.

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News•by Staff•September 24, 2014

Is maglev rail Japan's 'Spruce Goose'?

Critics argue that the extremely costly project is inherently risky in a country due to experience a rapid decline in population, while airlines are increasing budget services, according to the report.

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News•by Staff•September 19, 2014

Ind.'s Transpo adds first New Flyer CNG bus

The vehicle is the first of 16 new vehicles the agency is adding and the first new bus at the agency in 11 years.

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Videos•by Staff•September 18, 2014

Video: BusCon 2014 in Indianapolis Review

What a great week it has been at the BusCon 2014 show in Indianapolis, Indiana! With over 70 vehicles on the floor, BusCon is the largest bus show in North America. BusCon is presented by METRO and LCT magazines.

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News•by Staff•September 18, 2014

6 fleets receive eco award at BusCon for propane usage

PERC presented the “Top User of Clean-Burning Propane Autogas” awards to attending representatives at a ceremony Wednesday morning at Indiana Convention Center. The fleets were individually recognized for recent adoptions of propane-autogas-powered vehicles.

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News•by Staff•September 18, 2014

New report reveals what Americans want from public transit

Riders of all ages and in all regions place the greatest value on factors like travel time, proximity, cost, and reliability above safety, frequency, and perks like Wi-Fi when choosing whether or not to take public transportation.

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Photo Galleries•by Staff•September 17, 2014

East River Skyway gondola

Gondola system linking Brooklyn to Manhattan

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