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Newsby StaffJanuary 13, 2009

Ottawa colleges link shuttle bus systems

The 14 routes operated by the four colleges provide service to several key suburbs in the sprawling city, which covers 1,800 square miles and has a population of 1.2 million.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 13, 2009

Report finds bus ridership hike among colleges, universities

According to the study, key challenges facing university transit include provision of accessible services, seasonality of service and related workforce issues, and the rising cost of fuel and other services.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 13, 2009

Princeton launches new campus transit system

The upgrade of the bus system is part of Princeton’s Sustainability Plan and is expected to help reduce by 10 percent the number of students, faculty and staff commuting to campus by car by 2020.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 9, 2009

BC Transit renews agreement with Nova Bus

The 115 transit buses will be assembled in the new Nova Bus plant in Plattsburgh, N.Y.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Nicole SchlosserJanuary 9, 2009

Motorcoach Top 50: Diversify to Boost Business

Once again, Dallas-based Coach America rolls in at the top in METRO's annual motorcoach survey. Despite the lagging economy, two-thirds of carriers reported a substantial increase in business.

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ArticlesJanuary 9, 2009

Hybrids, Fuel Prices Top Topics at BusCon '08

While a bevy of vehicle manufacturers showcased their hybrid models on the show floor, industry experts discussed alternative-fuel options, 2010 engine emissions standards and steps to achieve better fuel economy.

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ArticlesJanuary 9, 2009

Pittsburgh bus to help fill commuter service gap

Costing $69 each way, the new Steel City Flyer service between Pittsburgh and Harrisburg launched successfully in November.

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ArticlesJanuary 9, 2009

Transit agencies in financial straits over AIG collapse

Many of the Silo/Lilo deals that AIG insured included buses or railcars, which transit agencies sold to investors, providing a much-needed cash boost.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 8, 2009

Daimler delivers Sprinters to Veolia, New Orleans

ADA-compliant shuttle buses, with optional side-entry wheelchair lift, offer seating for eight passengers, plus driver, with two wheelchairs or 14 passengers, plus driver, and have successfully completed the seven-year Altoona Bus Test.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 6, 2009

LaFrance Industries awarded Canadian contract

The company's eco-friendly seating fabric will be installed in BC Transit’s 115 new buses.

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