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Newsby StaffJanuary 25, 2013

Cummins unveils 2013 coach engine lineup

The Cummins ISL9 and ISX12 clean-diesel engines meet the 2013 U.S. EPA regulations as well as the 2014 U.S. Department of Transportation greenhouse gas and fuel-efficiency standards, achieving fuel-economy improvements for motorcoach customers.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 25, 2013

MCI celebrates 80 years, top selling coach

As MCI marks its milestone anniversary, it is rededicating itself to building the most reliable coaches in North America.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 25, 2013

REI celebrates 75th anniversary

Started as a small family-owned radio shop and has grown into a global manufacturer of commercial transportation electronics for the motorcoach, transit, shuttle, school and agriculture markets.

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Newsby StaffJuly 13, 2012

NTSB issues safety recs

Directed to the FMCSA, NHTSA, AASHTO and various motorcoach associations.

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Articlesby Nicole SchlosserMay 21, 2012

How To Generate Motorcoach Business Leads

Websites such as Bus Rates.com and charterbusconnect.com do most of the homework for you. Some operators are using their current customers as sources for new leads. Additionally, trade shows offer the opportunity to establish personal relationships.

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Articlesby Nicole SchlosserMarch 14, 2012

Operator of the Year: Northfield Lines Expands Operation Via Fleet, Customer Diversification

Over the past 23 years, John (pictured) and Larry Benjamin, co-owners of the Minnesota-based business, have built up their companies to become award-winning motorcoach and school bus operations. Meanwhile, the industry says goodbye to Larry, a well-loved member who made invaluable contributions through the UMA.

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ArticlesMarch 14, 2012

UMA Expo Touts Tools to Bolster Business

Key presentations included NTSB, FMCSA chiefs discussing safety programs, while business executives talked brand building and marketing tactics.

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ArticlesFebruary 22, 2012

Legislative and Regulatory Update

A whole host of new regulations and possible legislation are on the horizon for motorcoach operators. METRO spoke to the ABA's Norm Littler and UMA's Ken Presley to find out the latest on some of the issues.

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ArticlesFebruary 22, 2012

FMCSA Begins Query Into Hours-of-Service

As part of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s quest to make motorcoach travel safer, the FMCSA has begun conducting listening sessions to solicit concepts, ideas and information. The first such session was held at the ABA’s Marketplace in January.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 16, 2012

Setra unveils ESP at UMA EXPO

The active system improves handling safety and stability and is based on the electronic ABS advanced anti-lock braking system, which optimizes braking force. It is now standard on all S 417 and S 407 vehicles.

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