APTA: Transit users save $8,600 yearly
New 2009 AAA data reports that due to the increase of car ownership costs, the amount an individual can save by taking public transportation has increased more than an additional $100 each year.
New 2009 AAA data reports that due to the increase of car ownership costs, the amount an individual can save by taking public transportation has increased more than an additional $100 each year.
Without having to stop the vehicle, the Onspot Automatic Tire Chain System offers the traction of a single set of conventional snow chains at the flip of a dashboard switch.
The Mirage wheelchair lift has a low profile, cassette-type design, offering reliable operation with minimal intrusion in the luggage bay.
The Voyager AOM562A, a 5.6-inch, heavy-duty color LCD two-camera observation monitor, aids drivers in backing up, changing lanes, merging into traffic and making wide right turns.
Solution includes a number of in-vehicle technologies for nearly 250 paratransit, fixed route and supervisory vehicles, integrated with CATA's existing back-office scheduling, dispatching, traveler information and operations management solutions.
Includes a Website outlining authorization proposals and supplying facts about America's transportation infrastructure, as well as a host of examples and information on issues ranging from safety and congestion to freight and transit.
Nationwide member dealers, who sell electronics but do not offer installation, will now have the opportunity to sell InstallerNet InstallCards, giving them instant access to installation services provided by local InstallerNet network members across the U.S.
Operation demonstrated exceptional achievement in the areas of safety, operations, customer service, financial management, community relations, policy and administration.
Issues include ensuring adequate funding for public transit; making communities, infrastructure and transportation services more commuter friendly and more accessible; and helping persons with disabilities with transportation costs, and making transportation services more affordable.
Projects target improved passenger and maintenance facilities, safety and security, information technology, operations and equipment.
Agencies jointly funded a study by Reconnecting America's Center for Transit-Oriented Development (CTOD) in 2007 that showed that cost of living was dependent on the costs of housing and transportation combined.
Greenhouse gas and energy reduction grant will be awarded on the basis of how much the proposed capital investment is expected to reduce either energy consumption or greenhouse gases. Funds will provide grants to Indian tribes for capital expenditures including transit equipment and facilities.
Mobility Plus paratransit service is for riders unable to access conventional or bus rapid transit in the nine municipalities of York, Ontario.
Board also approved the appointment of Karen Walker as treasurer for CTA. In addition to her duties as treasurer, Walker will also assume the position of chief financial officer.
Three-year agreement includes the operation, maintenance and management of 21 transit buses, which will provide local fixed route, intercity commuter and ADA paratransit services.
Here’s a look at the Bus Roadeos held in North Carolina by the Charlotte Area Transit System and Florida by Palm Tran.
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