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Management•by Staff•November 21, 2024

AC Transit GM/CEO Michael Hursh to Transition to New Role

As one of the longest-tenured GM’s in AC Transit's nearly 65-year history, he leaves a legacy of visionary initiatives, innovations, and steadfast commitment to advancing the agency’s venerable bus network beyond its mission of safe, reliable, and sustainable transit services.

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May Mobility Driverless program
Technology•by News/Media Release•November 20, 2024

May Mobility Expands Autonomous Driver-Out Vehicle Operations

May Mobility expands driver-out autonomous vehicle testing to Ann Arbor Michigan as they continue to bring driver-out vehicle services to the U.S. and Japan commercially.

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Management•by Staff•November 20, 2024

Forest River Announces Passing of Founder Peter Liegl

He is best known as the founder of Forest River Inc., and the man who in 2005 sold Forest River to famed investor Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway Inc.

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Management•by Staff•November 20, 2024

WSP Names Schwarz to Lead Transit, Rail Biz; Evans to Serve as Deputy

In her new leadership role, Schwarz is growing the firm’s presence in transit and rail markets; ensuring client success with state and local transit agencies; building relationships with consultants, industry associations, railroads, and contractors; and more.

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Security and Safety•by Staff•November 20, 2024

Fatigue, Disregard for Safety Regulations Lead to Fatal N.Y. Bus, Truck Collision

As a result of the crash, six bus occupants died and two were seriously injured. Another six, including the bus driver, sustained minor injuries. The driver of the box truck was also seriously injured.

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Management•by Staff•November 20, 2024

L.A. Metro Continues Ridership Rebound with Another Strong Month

Metro’s combined bus and rail ridership in October reached 86% of its October 2019 pre-pandemic ridership level.

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Zero-Emission Transition Guidebook
Zero Emissions•by News/Media Release•November 19, 2024

Center for Transportation and Environment Release New Guidebook

CTE’s new guidebook looks to provide insight into the process of transitioning to Zero-Emission Bus fleets and help agencies avoid common pitfalls.

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Management•by Staff•November 19, 2024

Chicago Program to Provide Financial Assistance to Residents Seeking Training, Careers

The Red Line Extension Project’s Barrier Reduction Fund will provide funding to eligible individuals in the project area who are pursuing training and careers, even if they ultimately wind up working for employers and projects beyond CTA.

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Management•by Staff•November 19, 2024

New York MTA's Financial Plan Continues Increased Efficiencies, Narrowed Deficits

Building on $400 million in cost savings announced in July, today’s announcement brings to $500 million the total expected annual recurring cost savings projected for 2025.

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Zero Emissions•by Staff•November 19, 2024

Grant to Help UCLA Boost Electric Bus, Charging Program

The grant will be used to expand UCLA’s current fleet of five all-electric buses and an all-electric passenger van by adding another eight all-electric buses, as well as inductive charging solutions.

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