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Newsby StaffSeptember 5, 2005

Sun Tran receives first biodiesel bus shipment

Manufactured by Gillig Corp., the new buses will replace existing diesel buses, making the fleet 92% alternatively-fueled.

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Newsby StaffAugust 22, 2005

S.F. Muni orders 56 hybrid buses

Delivery of Orion buses is fourth largest ever for hybrid diesel-electric vehicles.

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Newsby StaffAugust 11, 2005

Bus maintenance forum on tap in Southern California

New technologies to be featured Aug. 24 and 25 at maintenance workshop in Riverside.

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Newsby StaffAugust 9, 2005

NABI delivers 1,000th CNG bus to L.A.

NABI has been providing CNG buses to the MTA since 2000 under four separate contracts.

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Articlesby StaffAugust 1, 2005

Greyhound revamps brand image

Updated logo, new advertising strategy and refurbished buses part of campaign.

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ArticlesAugust 1, 2005

Take Steps Now to Prevent Another Tragic Bus Fire

The Sept. 23 motorcoach conflagration that claimed 23 lives on a crowded highway near Dallas compels us to take a closer look at fire dangers. Driver training and fire-suppression equipment can make a critical difference in a bus fire.

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Articlesby StaffAugust 1, 2005

Miami-Dade bus deal hits wall after appeal wins approval

Hearing examiner ruled that Miami-Dade Transit unfairly disqualified Blue Bird Coachworks from competing for a contract.

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Articlesby StaffAugust 1, 2005

Cedar Rapids buses go wireless

Mobile mesh networking technology provides advanced features to bus riders, including wi-fi.

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Articlesby StaffAugust 1, 2005

Japanese airports offer bus tours between connections

A new alternative to sleeping in airport lounges.

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ArticlesAugust 1, 2005

Have Hybrid Buses Turned the Corner?

Hybrid-electric systems are becoming an increasingly popular propulsion option for transit buses. However, myriad challenges must be addressed, including high capital costs, battery life and clean air certification concerns.

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