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The cover of the ABAF's Motorcoach Census 2025
Newsby StaffMay 20, 2026

ABA Foundation’s 2025 Motorcoach Census Highlights Industry Growth, 77K Jobs

Conducted annually by Tourism Economics, the study found that 1,769 companies operating 49,543 motorcoaches are based in the US, while 122 companies operating 1,425 motorcoaches are located in Canada.

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Photo of disaster in neighborhood near a highway
Articlesby Alex RomanApril 30, 2026

How the Motorcoach Industry Supports Disaster Response and National Preparedness

Fred Ferguson, president and CEO of the American Bus Association (ABA), discussed how the industry prepares for emergencies, the growing recognition of motorcoaches as critical infrastructure, and steps operators can take to strengthen disaster readiness.

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METRO Product Showcase for the motorcoach industry
Articlesby Alex RomanApril 27, 2026

Inside the Next Generation of Motorcoaches

From advanced driver-assist systems to upgraded passenger amenities, leading manufacturers are refining proven coach platforms to meet evolving operator and rider expectations.

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Articlesby Alex RomanMarch 30, 2026

How Coach USA Is Using AI to Prevent Bus Accidents

As motorcoaches navigate increasingly congested urban corridors filled with pedestrians, cyclists, scooters, and distracted drivers, safety leaders across the industry are confronting a growing challenge: visibility.

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Newsby StaffNovember 12, 2025

ABA Report: Tariffs Drive Shift in Motorcoach Market as Pre-Owned Sales Jump 119% in Q3

Sales of new motorcoaches have increased by 17.7% compared to the same quarter in 2024, with the sale of pre-owned motorcoaches 119.1% higher.

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Articlesby Alex RomanOctober 8, 2025

Driving Toward a Greener Future: A Conversation with Panorama Tours’ Michelle Petelicki

In this conversation, she shares how her company is putting sustainability into practice, how motorcoaches are stepping up during moments of crisis, and why events like the FIFA World Cup could be pivotal opportunities for the industry.

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Newsby Alex RomanAugust 13, 2025

Inside the EPA's Diesel Exhaust Fluid Fix and Its Impact on the Motorcoach Industry

Starting with model year 2027, EPA requirements state that all new diesel on-road trucks and motorcoaches must be engineered to avoid sudden and severe power loss after running out of DEF. Find out more about what led to the EPA's decision and how it will benefit operators.

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Newsby StaffMay 16, 2025

Report: Motorcoaches Set Standard for Clean, Connected Travel

Commissioned by the ABAF and developed in partnership with Oxford Economics, the report presents a comprehensive, data-driven look at the sustainability performance of motorcoach operators and manufacturers and their role in advancing clean, efficient transportation.

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Daimler Facility Groundbreaking
Newsby News/Media ReleaseApril 14, 2025

Daimler Coaches Expands in U.S. with New Facility

Daimler Coaches North America is building a new facility to act as a centralized operations and distribution center for Mercedes-Benz Tourrider Motorcoaches.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsFebruary 4, 2025

Study Highlights Economic Risks of Proposed Motorcoach Tariffs

According to the ABA, the imposition of tariffs on motorcoaches and their components would have significant negative consequences for the U.S. economy and the millions of Americans who depend on motorcoach travel for essential transportation services across the country.

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