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Motorcoachby StaffJanuary 31, 2011

Krystal emerges from bankruptcy

Through the sale, company has de-leveraged its balance sheet and recapitalized to poise itself for growth in the coming years. Krystal is partnering with Thunder Sky to introduce new, green vehicles in the near future.

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Busby StaffJanuary 31, 2011

Toronto Transit adds route filtering to e-alerts

Riders using the e-alert service can now select specific subway lines or surface routes to add to their online profile and receive system delay notices for those routes only. Soon, riders also will be able to receive an e-newsletter with information about upcoming service changes and events.

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Motorcoachby StaffJanuary 31, 2011

FMCSA proposes requirement for electronic on-board recorders

Rule would require interstate commercial truck and bus companies to install electronic on-board recorders to monitor their drivers' hours-of-service (HOS) compliance. The requirement also would relieve interstate motor carriers from retaining certain HOS supporting documents, such as delivery and toll receipts.

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Motorcoachby StaffJanuary 31, 2011

Prevost delivers H3-41 to S.C.

The notion of traveling in style was actually one of the motivations behind the latest addition to its fleet, according to Capitol Bus Lines' Owner and President Buddy Young.

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Railby StaffJanuary 31, 2011

Feds award $750K to Penn. for high-speed rail study

Will evaluate the feasibility of electrifying track between Pittsburgh and Harrisburg, construction of dedicated tracks for passenger trains and major signal and switch improvements.

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Railby StaffJanuary 31, 2011

Fla.'s HART unveils TECO streetcar extension

The 1/3-mile TECO extension will better connect some of Tampa’s most popular tourist, entertainment and business districts. The $5.3 million project was funded almost entirely by the U.S. DOT, including $1 million in ARRA funds.

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Paratransitby StaffJanuary 28, 2011

Atlanta looks to form regional transit agency

The city’s mayor and other local leaders are pushing the legislature to form a regional mass transit agency to act as an umbrella over the multiple systems.

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Busby StaffJanuary 28, 2011

Hampton Roads extends acting CEO’s contract, cuts pay

Transportation District Commission renews agreement to keep Philip Shucet on board, but reduces monthly salary from $40,000 to $28,000.

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Busby StaffJanuary 28, 2011

Illinois transit rolls out 50 biodiesel buses

The vehicles, manufactured by Gillig, were funded through a series of federal grants, and feature automated voice annunciation with interior display; enhanced on-board video surveillance systems; an enhanced wheelchair restraint system; LED lighting; and fuel-fired heaters.

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Railby StaffJanuary 28, 2011

AASHTO: States making strides toward high-speed rail

15 of the 29 states that received ARRA grants are using the funds to expand and upgrade existing lines; purchase new locomotives, track, and other equipment; and modernize and build new train stations.

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