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Rail•by Staff•February 19, 2025

STV to Help Chicago's Metra Procure Battery-Powered Trainsets

The firm will provide quality assurance, engineering, and administrative services for Metra’s $154 million base order for eight battery-powered trainsets.

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Management•by News/Media Release•February 18, 2025

LA Metro Expands TAP-to-Exit Program

After a successful pilot, Metro plans to expand their TAP-to-Exit program to all end of line stations by the end of 2025, starting with Union Station.

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DART is set to add 476 GILLIG CNG buses.
Bus•by Staff•February 18, 2025

Dallas Adding 476 GILLIG Compressed Natural Gas Buses

The order, which was supplemented by $103 million in federal grant funds, marks a significant step forward in DART’s mission to become a best-in-class mobility partner for the North Texas area through its DART Transform program.

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SacRT buses will be key in helping the City enforce its ticketing policy.
Technology•by Staff•February 18, 2025

California's SacRT to Citation Vehicles Parked in Bus Stops

The announcement marks the next phase of SacRT’s Bus Stop Enforcement Program, which launched in December 2024 to improve rider safety, accessibility, and the reliability of bus service across Sacramento.

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ABC photo of CX45 motorcoach.
Motorcoach•by Staff•February 17, 2025

ABC Companies, VDL Groep Set to Showcase Innovation at UMA EXPO 2025

Attendees will have the opportunity to experience the next-generation 2025 Van Hool CX45 motorcoach, designed for advanced safety, enhanced driver experience, and premium passenger comfort.

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Rail•by Staff•February 17, 2025

Amtrak, Private Partners Join to Rebuild America’s Railroad, Deliver Infrastructure Investments

The partners, who are helping to deliver many of Amtrak’s biggest projects, together represent more than 100,000 American workers from all 50 states.

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Security and Safety•by Staff•February 17, 2025

LA Metro Enforces Bus Lane Ticketing

Originally announced in November, the bus lane enforcement pilot program is rolling out on major corridors where bus lanes have been established to prioritize public transit in areas with high bus ridership and traffic congestion.

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Metro Biz Briefs Feb. 17, 2025
Technology•by Staff•February 17, 2025

Biz Briefs: Hitachi Rail, TSI, and More

Biz Briefs covers the latest supplier news in the motorcoach and public transit industries.

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Rail•by Staff•February 14, 2025

Southern California's Metrolink Celebrates Customer Appreciation Day

Members of Metrolink’s board of directors and local elected officials joined Metrolink CEO Darren Kettle and staff to surprise morning travelers with sweet treats and messages of affirmation at station pop-up events throughout the six-county system.

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Paratransit•by News/Media Release•February 14, 2025

MTM Launches Wanda in St. Louis

Wanda is coming to St. Louis to help seniors and individuals with disabilities secure reliable transportation and remain independent.

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