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Newsby StaffFebruary 11, 2009

<font color=red>Web Extra:</font> American, Safeguard introduce 3-point belted seat

Premier features a 3-point seat belt and SmartFrame technology, which protects both belted and unbelted passengers while providing improved safety for large adults to small children.

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ArticlesFebruary 7, 2009

Seating Options for Today's Passenger Transportation Systems

The latest industry models combine cutting-edge technology with modern design to enhance numerous vehicle interiors. Current features include three-point seat belts, “back-to-back” configurations, and anti-microbial/anti-bacterial vinyl and stainless steel structures.

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ArticlesJanuary 9, 2009

Will Private Investment in Public Transit Fill the Funding Gap?

Potential benefits to the public transit system include capital cost and schedule savings, greater use of private sector innovation and technology, and the ability to finance all or part of the overall lifecycle costs of the project with private funds.

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ArticlesJanuary 9, 2009

Technology's impact has multiple dimensions and challenges

As we look to expand the industry and procure new equipment to meet the growing demand for public transportation, governments and agencies must fund the talent side of our growing need.

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Newsby StaffDecember 23, 2008

NYCT rolls out ‘new technology’ cars

Features include computer-monitored throttles and speedometers for better control and smoother ride and an onboard, computerized diagnostic system that allows quicker repair when a failure does occur.

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Newsby StaffNovember 13, 2008

MCI delivers J4500 to Pennsylvania

McIlwain’s new J4500s are powered by clean-diesel engine technology for lower emissions and feature a Blaupunkt state-of-the-art entertainment system with flat-screen video monitors.

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Newsby StaffOctober 29, 2008

Volvo delivers new hybrid buses to Luxembourg

The buses will be used in normal route traffic in and around Luxembourg City, preferably on stretches with frequent stops so that the hybrid technology can be fully optimized.

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Newsby StaffOctober 15, 2008

FRA issues final rule on advanced braking technology

The final rule requires that ECP brake systems fully comply with existing industry standards and certain railroad operating rules and training programs be modified to ensure workers have the knowledge and skills required to properly utilize the systems.

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Newsby StaffOctober 7, 2008

IC Bus to enter motorcoach market

The new bus models will feature cleaner, greener diesel engine technology with the MaxxForce 13 engine that will comply with 2010 emissions regulations without the need to add urea.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 29, 2008

Alcoa partners with Cleveland transit

RTA’s 78 new Gillig buses will feature Alcoa Dura-Bright wheels with XBR Technology.

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