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King County Metro electric buses made by GILLIG.
Newsby StaffJanuary 30, 2026

Seattle's King County Metro Introduces New Battery-Electric Buses

Rolling out in electric yellow and seafoam blue, the first battery-electric buses purchased from GILLIG will begin serving riders in south King County on February 2.

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Picture showing unity between mentor/mentee.
Digital Cover Featuresby Alex RomanJanuary 30, 2026

Building Better Bus Operators: How Mentorship is Transforming Transit Workplaces

Mentorship programs at VTA and King County Metro are transforming the experience of new bus operators — boosting retention, improving safety, and strengthening connections among frontline workers, unions, and management.

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A b2x rewards logo and graphic reading "Read. Learn. Earn."
Newsby StaffJanuary 29, 2026

Bobit Business Media Launches B2X Rewards to Engage Transit Industry Professionals

The new program rewards B2B audience readers for engaging with trusted content and suppliers, earning them points toward events, travel, and more.

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Two ABQ RIDE busses at an intersection by Gold street in front of a parking structure.
Newsby StaffJanuary 27, 2026

ABQ RIDE Launches Campaign to Bring Riders Back to the Bus

A new citywide campaign highlights free fares, improved service, and major upgrades to Albuquerque’s bus system.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 22, 2026

Researchers Identify Top Risk Factors for Pedestrian-vehicle Crashes at Massachusetts Bus Stops

While their comprehensive analysis of bus stops focused on Massachusetts, the researchers are excited about the generalizability of the findings and application to other locations.

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TTC Bus
Newsby StaffJanuary 21, 2026

TTC Launches Pilot to Test New Bus Safety Technologies

The pilot also includes new in-vehicle displays designed to reduce blind spots and improve operator visibility.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 20, 2026

RIPTA, Government Leaders Celebrate Launch of New Passenger Facility

The new building will improve the passenger experience for both bus and rail passengers.

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Selling Your Motorcoach Business? What Every Operator Should Know” cover graphic
Digital Cover FeaturesJanuary 20, 2026

What Every Operator Should Know Before Selling a Motorcoach Business

With more operators nearing retirement and investor interest on the rise, now is the time to plan your exit strategy. Here’s how to prepare your business for a successful sale that avoids leaving money on the table.

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A black, white, and light purple graphic with an image of a BAE Systems hybrid electric bus and text reading "Re-Examining Hybrid Buses in Transit."
Articlesby Elora HaynesJanuary 19, 2026

Why Some Transit Agencies Are Re-Examining Hybrid Buses

As zero-emission goals advance, hybrid buses remain part of fleet strategies, offering reliability and operational flexibility.

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New MCTS Bus design.
Newsby StaffJanuary 16, 2026

Milwaukee Rolls Out New Measures to Enhance Bus Safety

MCTS officials said the new pilots are part of a broader commitment to improving the rider experience through proactive, visible safety strategies that balance enforcement with customer support.

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