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Newsby StaffJune 27, 2013

N.Y. startup aims to be Travelocity for buses

While the company has partnered with 15 bus companies, larger ones like Greyhound haven't signed on, the website's CEO Ben Silverstein said, adding that he is confident they would come around.

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Newsby StaffJune 27, 2013

L.A. Metro unveils security app

Once downloaded, patrons can report suspicious activity, incidents that require law enforcement’s presence and crimes that may occur on board Metro buses and trains.

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Newsby StaffJune 27, 2013

BART, AC Transit workers may strike at same time

Union leaders said that they may call for one if no contract agreement is reached with BART and AC Transit. If a strike is called, the Metropolitan Transportation Commission plans to help increase other transportation options such as buses and ferries.

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ArticlesJune 26, 2013

Human trafficking the focus of L.A. Metro program

The campaign includes brochures and posters on buses and trains, as well as training programs for employees to identify and help potential victims.

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Newsby StaffJune 25, 2013

New Flyer to supply CNG buses to BC Transit

The 25 CNG buses are anticipated to begin production in the fourth quarter of 2013 and all buses are expected to be delivered in the first quarter of 2014.

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Newsby StaffJune 20, 2013

King County Metro purchase all-electric New Flyers

Federal and Metro capital funds will be used to purchase the buses, with the first prototype expected to arrive in 2014. Riders can expect to see new coaches hit the streets in 2015.

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Newsby StaffJune 20, 2013

S.F. Muni rolls out New Flyer hybrid buses

To expedite the purchasing process, the agency joined a current, competitively bid vehicle contract with the State of Minnesota.

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Newsby StaffJune 17, 2013

Despite new lines, Utah ridership down

The numbers include not only riders on buses and trains, but also on paratransit and rideshare van service.

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Newsby StaffJune 17, 2013

U. of North Ala. boosts fees to pay for bus app

The fee, which will go from $22 to $24, will go toward equipping buses with GPS so students can access route data via their smartphones, as well as help pay for maintenance and drivers.

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Newsby StaffJune 13, 2013

FMCSA orders Va. operator to cease operations

Advanced Ventures operates a small fleet of motorcoaches and mini-buses providing charter services throughout the mid-Atlantic region.

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