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Motorcoachby StaffOctober 25, 2012

Nominate Innovative Motorcoach Operators Now!

Does your private motorcoach operation stand head and shoulders above the rest in terms of innovation? Do you know of an operation that provides excellent service or has unique programs in place? METRO Magazine wants to hear from you.

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Railby StaffOctober 24, 2012

SEPTA lacks funds to replace aging rail fleet

Although ridership is at a 23-year high, SEPTA's budget is at a 15-year low, so it cannot replace the 231 Silverliner IVs which are 36 to 38 years old.

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Busby StaffOctober 24, 2012

Nova to deliver artics to LYNX

The LFS Artic HEV model ordered combines the ability to handle the highest-volume routes with the quiet, ultra-low emissions hybrid drive. The fuel consumption and carbon footprint of this vehicle is significantly lower than a conventional diesel bus.

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Busby StaffOctober 24, 2012

NACTO releases 'Urban Street Design Guide'

From bus rapid transit to bikeways and public seating, the guide showcases a new model for streets that work better for people, bikes, transit and cities.

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Railby StaffOctober 24, 2012

Poll: Va. residents support extending light rail

Of the 471 Virginia Beach respondents, 68% support a referendum that would extend Hampton Roads Transit’s The Tide light rail to the beach.

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Railby StaffOctober 24, 2012

UCLA expert weighs in on Hawaii rail debate

Said that based on the size of Honolulu and the number of projected riders, bus rapid transit would be a better investment than rail.

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Railby StaffOctober 24, 2012

N.C. light rail plan backers: system would prevent sprawl

Supporters of a 17.3-mile route in the Orange-Durham transit plan said it is critical to concentrating economic and residential growth. Opposition claims only 4.3 miles will serve southern Chapel Hill and there’s no plan for a direct link to Research Triangle Park.

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Railby StaffOctober 24, 2012

NJ Transit to restore historic rail station for $1.7M

Will upgrade the Watsessing Station building exterior to preserve the historic character of the station; make site improvements surrounding the building at the street and platform levels; and install CCTV cameras, passenger communication systems and updated signage to enhance the overall customer experience.

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Railby StaffOctober 24, 2012

Popular NJ Transit express train cut angers riders

With a 5:54 p.m. express train replaced by a 6:19 p.m. train that makes seven stops, commuters are put off schedule. The agency is putting observers on the trains and working on a solution.

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Railby StaffOctober 24, 2012

Calif. opens three new L.A. Union Station tracks, platform

Passenger rail service has increased from six daily trains to 22 daily trains, since Caltrans began managing Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner corridor.

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