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ArticlesDecember 23, 2010

BusCon 2010: Cutaway Vehicle Introductions, Green Technology in Abundance

Highlights include new offerings from Freightliner and IC Bus, as well as propane-propelled vehicles and an innovation using solar power. Educational session topics included driver safety, customer service for paratransit and the benefits of alternative fuels.

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Newsby StaffDecember 23, 2010

National parks receive federal funding for transportation enhancements

The program funds capital and planning expenses for alternative transportation systems, such as shuttle buses and bicycle trails, in national parks and public lands.

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Newsby StaffDecember 23, 2010

N.Y. bus drivers to face firing for cell phone offenses

Under the new policy, drivers caught talking on the phone just once could face dismissal, while in the past, drivers with good records could get several violations before being fired.

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Articlesby Nicole SchlosserDecember 22, 2010

Vandalia Bus Lines-Caseyville, Ill.

Vandalia committed to 'green' initiatives, retaining good drivers

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ArticlesDecember 22, 2010

Kobussen Coach Ltd. - Kaukauna, Wis.

Well-trained drivers essential for Kobussen

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ArticlesDecember 22, 2010

James River Bus Lines/Carey Transportation-Richmond, Va.

Measuring performance key for James River

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ArticlesCover Storyby Nicole SchlosserDecember 22, 2010

Motorcoach Top 50 Report Sunny Outlook

Once again, FirstGroup America takes the top spot with 9,175 vehicles. The financial picture brightened substantially in 2010, with business up across the board by nearly 10 percent and financing hurdles easing up.

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Newsby StaffDecember 22, 2010

NYCT awards $26M to minority, small businesses

Voucher-based car service, used by the MTA since 2001, helps reduce the expenses associated with New York City Transit's paratransit service, Access-A-Ride.

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Newsby StaffDecember 22, 2010

Sound Transit sets flat fare for seniors, disabled

When new fares take effect at the beginning of the year, senior and disabled riders will pay a flat rate of $0.75 for one- and two-zone ST Express bus and all light rail trips.

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Newsby StaffDecember 22, 2010

Ala. paratransit may be stretched to cover additional service

Birmingham, Ala. mayor is looking to the cash-strapped nonprofit ClasTran to take on regular service in addition to paratransit, covering 16 shuttle bus routes set to be cut in January.

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