A look at METRO's August issue in photos.
August Issue Photo Highlights
"Steps to Help Transit Systems get on the Road To Financial Viability" discusses the importance of public-private partnerships. Calif.-based Monterey-Salinas Transit used PPPs to its advantage when purchasing new vehicles.
Frederik Rosen, marketing manager for the SP Technical Research Institute of Sweden, Department of Fire Technology, discusses the importance of creating an international standard for fire suppression systems in engine compartments of buses and coaches.
Senior Editor Nicole Schlosser discusses the difficulties some motorcoach operators are facing as educational institutions face declining budgets.
Executive Editor Janna Starcic explores recent work from construction firm Stacy and Witbeck Inc., including on the Portland (Ore.) Steetcar Eastside Loop.
This month's Supplier Spotlight shines on Apollo Video Technology.
METRO's BusCon Expo returns to Chicago's Navy Pier in Sept. 13 to 14.
METRO's Eigth Annual Paratransit Survey found that ridership is still high, with funding continuing to vanish. Many providers are exploring travel training to help expand opportunities for users.
APTA's triennial EXPO will take place in New Orleans October 3 to 5 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.
Yakima Transit is one agency in Washington State that may soon opt in to an insurance service, which sends reports every time there is activity on one of their drivers' licenses.
With agencies looking to generate more revenue, some such as Austin, Texas-based Capital Metro are exploring selling naming rights on their bus and rail properties.
Whitney E. Gray, information specialist for Easter Selas Project ACTION, focuses on some of the many training opportunities the organization provides.
Looking for a new vehicle? Don't miss METRO's annual Bus Buyer's Guide.