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ArticlesFebruary 22, 2012

Legislative and Regulatory Update

A whole host of new regulations and possible legislation are on the horizon for motorcoach operators. METRO spoke to the ABA's Norm Littler and UMA's Ken Presley to find out the latest on some of the issues.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 16, 2012

Setra unveils ESP at UMA EXPO

The active system improves handling safety and stability and is based on the electronic ABS advanced anti-lock braking system, which optimizes braking force. It is now standard on all S 417 and S 407 vehicles.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 16, 2012

Coach USA honored at UMA for green practices

The Green Highway Award, established in 2008 and sponsored by Motor Coach Industries, recognizes companies that demonstrate organizational leadership in reducing carbon emissions. The award was presented to Coach USA because of its dedication to fuel conservation and idling reduction policies, recycling programs and facilities management.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 9, 2012

MCI showcases 2012 models at UMA EXPO

MCI’s Long Beach Convention Center space includes a series of learning stations manned by MCI expert engineers, technicians and sales representatives.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 2, 2012

Allison to exhibit at UMA

Sales and engineering staff will be on hand to explain how these features can provide users better driveline protection, increased traction and control, more efficient service and maintenance and optimized productivity and fuel economy.

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Newsby StaffOctober 6, 2011

Md. MTA awarded $3.7M in JARC, New Freedom grants

Projects funded through these programs must be derived from the Coordinated Transit-Human Services Transportation Plans for the respective regions applying for the grants.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 13, 2011

TTC awarded for suicide prevention programs

The Ontario Association for Suicide Prevention presented the agency with the Arnold Devlin Community Service Award in recognition of its suicide prevention programs: Crisis Link, Gatekeeper, and Acute Psychological Trauma.

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Newsby StaffAugust 24, 2011

UMA, NTA making progress on 2013 event

Made up of members from each association, a task force is meeting regularly by phone or in person, and collaborating on the combined activities of the event to ensure members of both associations get the maximum benefit.

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Newsby StaffJuly 25, 2011

UMass to offer transit training program

Partnering with Hartford, Conn.-based CTTRANSIT to offer first-of-its-kind certificate in transit management and operations.

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Newsby StaffJune 23, 2011

NTSB releases latest ‘Most Wanted List’

Highlights 10 safety issues that impact transportation nationwide, including addressing human fatigue, improving bus occupant safety and requiring image and onboard data recorders.

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