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Newsby StaffJune 16, 2003

NHTSA to conduct motorcoach crash testing

The American Bus Association, which has repeatedly called for the crash testing of motorcoaches, said this effort is long overdue.

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Articlesby StaffJune 1, 2003

Out-of-service rates for motorcoaches down 2%

Out-of-service rates for motorcoaches decreased from 11.7% to 9.5% during this year’s Roadcheck 2003.

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ArticlesMay 1, 2003

Alliances Boost the Bottom Line of Motorcoach Operators

Building loyal, reliable partners is critical. Hotels and tourist attractions are often willing partners, as are non-motorcoach tour operators and tour wholesalers.

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ArticlesMay 1, 2003

A new spin on defensive driving

Now that pilots can pack handguns, should transit bus and motorcoach drivers be given the means to defend themselves in the event of a physical attack by an irate passenger, road-raged motorist or, although unlikely, terrorist?

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Articlesby StaffMay 1, 2003

ExecConnect America suspends innovative luxury bus service

n partnership with Anderson Coach and Tours, ExecConnect operated four times daily and consisted of three high-luxury and equally high-technology motorcoaches.

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Newsby StaffApril 25, 2003

Motorcoach industry avoids hours-of-service change

The industry's safety record is cited as key reason for not changing rules.

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Newsby StaffApril 9, 2003

ABA enlists state support for motorcoach industry

The American Bus Association is asking state transportation officials to work with their respective administrations to encourage, not deter, motorcoach travel.

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ArticlesApril 1, 2003

Taking a Page From Transit’s Revenue Playbook

Bus wraps and advertising may mean up to 50% more revenue for motorcoach operators. Learn the practice and how to go after this money-making source.

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Articlesby StaffMarch 1, 2003

The motorcoach industry has potential to increase ridership, says ABA report

In its State of the Industry report, the ABA said there will be some incremental growth in 2003 as people begin to increase travel frequency.

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ArticlesFebruary 1, 2003

Operator of the Year: Family Business Rolls Through Three Generations

Mike and Rick Hillard, cousins and co-owners of River Trails Transit Lines/Tri-State Travel, win METRO’s Operator of the Year Award for their long-standing dedication and commitment to the motorcoach industry.

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