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ArticlesNovember 14, 2012

Calif. association shapes new ‘party bus’ law

If there will be alcohol served on motorcoaches or party buses as well as riders under the legal drinking age, a designee over the age of 25 from the group of passengers must be appointed who will be responsible for any “reasonably forseeable” injuries or property damage.

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Newsby StaffNovember 12, 2012

ABC completes 400th Greyhound refurb

Launched in late 2010, the Greyhound Fleet Revitalization Program was designed to enhance the Greyhound passenger trip experience by giving the fleet’s MCI-model motorcoaches an overall facelift.

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Newsby StaffOctober 10, 2012

Premier Alaska Tours adds 2 Prevost H3-45s

When its ambitious plan is completed, the Anchorage-based company will have more than 50 Prevosts in its stable of 75 motorcoaches and support vehicles.

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Newsby StaffAugust 20, 2012

FMCSA raises bus tire blowout awareness

Under specific circumstances motorcoaches utilizing the double-deck design may be susceptible to exceeding the tire weight limit when loaded with passengers and luggage at full capacity. These risks can be avoided by properly loading passengers and cargo, and increasing pressure in tires on the rear wheels.

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Articlesby Nicole SchlosserAugust 17, 2012

Mich. operator adds 'hearing loop' tech

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and Owosso, Mich., motorcoach operator Indian Trails Inc. partnered to install “hearing loop” technology on a fleet of 17 motorcoaches, operating 34 scheduled routes that serve passengers throughout Michigan.

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Newsby StaffAugust 17, 2012

ABA disputes CATS' charter rule waiver

In its letter to the U.S. DOT, ABA argues that Charlotte officials have not exhausted all efforts to find privately operated motorcoaches to provide charter service to meet the demands of the upcoming Democratic National Convention.

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Newsby StaffJuly 30, 2012

Patrick Scully joins MCI as VP, public sector and marketing

The move follows the recent acquisition of the U.S. and Canadian distribution rights for Setra motorcoaches from Daimler Buses, where Scully was formerly chief commercial officer.

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Newsby StaffJune 25, 2012

Indian Trails, MDOT launch ‘hearing loop’ tech in fleet

Enables some hearing aids to amplify a single source of sound. Installed on a fleet of 17 motorcoaches operating 34 scheduled routes that serve passengers throughout Michigan's upper and lower peninsulas.

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Newsby StaffMarch 16, 2012

Prevost announces spring webinars

The 2012 line-up will include in-depth education on the Volvo 9700 and Prevost motorcoaches. Sessions will also include presentations on the Prevost Parts eCommerce site and Prevost Liaison telematics system.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 23, 2012

Cummins unveils enhanced heavy duty engine

The compact ISX12 will deliver better pulling power, driveability and strong clutch engagement torque. Full suites of horsepower and torque ratings are available for motorcoaches, fire and emergency vehicles, and recreational vehicles.

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