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A side view of a blue and green battery electric SEPTA bus.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseAugust 6, 2025

FTA Launches Inquiry Into Storage of Electric Buses at Philadelphia’s SEPTA, Citing Multiple Battery Fires

The inquiry follows many battery fire incidents in decommissioned electric buses with lithium-ion batteries in storage.

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Rendering of a Xcelsior CNG 40-ft. transit bus.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseJuly 31, 2025

NFI Subsidiary New Flyer Awarded 46 Bus Order From Las Vegas RTC

The order for low-emission Xcelsior CNG buses deepens RTC’s decades-long partnership with NFI, advancing cleaner, smarter transit in Southern Nevada.

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Greenlink's New Maintenance Facility, Buses in Photos

Greenville, S.C., recently saw an upgrade to Greenlink Transit’s network thanks to the completion of a new maintenance facility. This facility marks the first step in preparing the agency to expand and improve its services.

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Newsby StaffJuly 21, 2025

New GILLIG Battery Electric Buses Arrive Across Hawaiian Islands

The high-capacity zero-emission buses were celebrated at Driving Hawai‘i Forward, a landmark event at Honolulu Harbor’s Pier 29, which brought together all four counties to showcase the statewide commitment to safe, efficient, and dependable public transportation.

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Blue Pace buses parked.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseJuly 18, 2025

Chicago’s Pace Advances Zero-Emission Fleet, Paratransit Policy & Budget Plans

New electric buses, pilot route expansions, and paratransit reforms signal Pace’s push for sustainable, inclusive transit.

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A King Country Metro bus in the city.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseJuly 14, 2025

King County and City of Seattle Plan Bus Stop Upgrades for Safer, Faster Service

Planned improvements along First Avenue South aim to ease bus merging delays, enhance safety, and keep buses moving in traffic lanes.

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Articlesby Staff and News ReportsJuly 10, 2025

Innovation Showcase: Autonomous Buses Are on the Horizon

Autonomous vehicle technology has advanced dramatically and will likely reach mass markets in 2027. We examine how the technology is developed and what it means for public transportation systems and driverless buses.

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A red, white, and blue SamTrans clean-energy bus.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseJuly 10, 2025

California's SamTrans Moves Forward With Permanent Hydrogen Fueling Station Development

Facing limited fueling capacity, the San Francisco agency is developing a new hydrogen station to support its growing fleet of fuel cell buses.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJuly 9, 2025

TransLink’s New Ad Agreement to Boost Revenue, Modernize Messaging

Starting August 1, PATTISON Outdoor will be the leading provider of advertising across the entire transit system, including on buses, SkyTrain, SeaBus, and West Coast Express.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJuly 2, 2025

A Closer Look: Go-Ahead London Taps BetterFleet for Major EV Charge Management Rollout

With over 1,000 electric buses and chargers already in service across 20 depots in the UK, the initiative will grow to over 1,500 units spanning 30 depots by the end of 2025.

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