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Newsby StaffApril 13, 2009

Razorback Transit benefits from stimulus funding

Transit program is receiving $1.26 million in stimulus funding, most of which will be spent to procure three new buses at a cost of about $332,000 each, for a total of $996,000.

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Newsby StaffApril 13, 2009

Utah State shuttle bus system marks 850,000th rider

A student at Utah State University (USU) in Logan received an unexpected surprise last week when she was greeted by USU President Stan Albrecht as she stepped off an Aggie Shuttle bus.

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Newsby StaffApril 13, 2009

MBTA, American Red Cross launch campaign

The public awareness campaign promotes the importance of preparing for a disaster before it strikes, and includes the placement of 300 educational car cards throughout the MBTA system.

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Newsby StaffApril 9, 2009

CTA honored as ‘Most Improved’ at Metro Awards

The transit authority achieved a 4.1 percent increase in rail ridership in 2008 compared to 2007. For 2008, the rail system recorded a total of 198.2 million rides – an increase of 7.9 million rides over the previous year.

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Newsby StaffApril 9, 2009

Brasco International unveils new Website

Site showcases the manufacturer’s traditional shelter designs as well as their latest “green” initiatives, including sustainable materials, solar-powered LED lighting and the Big Belly Solar trash compactor unit they distribute.

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Newsby StaffApril 9, 2009

AngelTrax unveils ‘Roadshow Bus’

Equipped with the manufacturer’s patent published Virtual Synchronized Mapping Module, patent pending Hybrid Component Mobile DVR and seven transit series cameras. It will debut this year at conferences across the U.S.

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Newsby StaffApril 8, 2009

GO Transit unveils service, fleet expansion plans

Agency will begin two environmental assessments, which will look at expanding its rail service into new communities, and is buying 25 new bi-level passenger railcars from Bombardier.

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Newsby StaffApril 8, 2009

Greyhound debuts new logo, upgraded fleet

Interior upgrades and amenities available onboard Prevost X3-45 buses, include extra legroom, free Wi-Fi access, power outlets and three-point seat belts.

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Newsby StaffApril 8, 2009

METRO Briefs

Confusion over Atlanta ramp continues. Transit only bridge model unveiled. NBC transit TV comes to N.Y.

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ProductsApril 6, 2009

Automatic Tire Chain System

Without having to stop the vehicle, the Onspot Automatic Tire Chain System offers the traction of a single set of conventional snow chains at the flip of a dashboard switch.

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