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Newsby StaffDecember 8, 2011

Detroit DOT drivers save buses from fire

Investigators believe a mechanical issue with a bus parked inside a holding annex sparked the blaze.

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Newsby StaffDecember 7, 2011

N.Y. MTA bolsters winter weather preparation

After unprecedented conditions during the December 26, 2010 blizzard crippled the system, NYCT immediately began a review and made the changes required to strengthen storm preparedness. Changes include the appointment of an Emergency Coordinator to facilitate storm response coordination and the establishment of situation rooms to manage storm response activities.

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Newsby StaffDecember 5, 2011

L.A. Metro expands rail testing ahead of launch

The additional train testing is needed along the entire line in an effort to test the operation of the trains and all train and signal systems for the Metro Expo Line. No date has been set for the opening of the line. Metro will select an opening date for the public once all systems and trains are thoroughly tested and operated.

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Newsby StaffDecember 2, 2011

FMCSA orders Oregon operator to cease services

Agency says RC Investments Inc. failed to use properly licensed drivers and implement a driver drug and alcohol testing program. In addition, the carrier failed to regularly inspect its vehicles and ensure that its drivers are medically qualified.

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Transit Dispatchesby Louie MaielloDecember 1, 2011

Miracle on 34th Street

If you ever had the opportunity to be in Manhattan and attempt to navigate across 34th Street, especially during this time of year, you know it would take a miracle to accomplish in a reasonable amount of time. Normally, it is a very congested area, but during this time of year, it becomes a parking lot.

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Newsby StaffNovember 30, 2011

Vancouver drivers push for more police on buses

Coast Mountain bus drivers are again calling for more transit police on buses in an effort to stem an increase in driver assaults.

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Newsby StaffNovember 10, 2011

NTSB: Jumper wire install cause of Miami people mover crash

Determined that the probable cause of the Nov. 28, 2008, accident at Miami International Airport, involving an automated people mover train, was the installation of a “jumper wire” that prevented the overspeed/overshoot system from activating to stop the train when the crystal within the primary program stop module failed.

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Newsby StaffNovember 8, 2011

Illinois bus system creates safe haven for community

With the cooperation of local emergency response agencies and police departments, River Valley Metro has set up a program to help individuals in all types of situations, whether it is a child that is being bullied, frightened, mentally or physically abused or just locked out of their home.

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Newsby StaffNovember 7, 2011

FMCSA orders N.C. operator to cease services

ATA Trail was immediately shut down after FMCSA safety investigators found the company in violation of multiple federal standards, including using drivers without the required medical qualifications, violating hours-of-service rules for drivers, operating without the proper insurance, and using vehicles that were not regularly inspected and repaired.

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Newsby StaffOctober 27, 2011

N.Y. bus safety crackdown removes 100-plus drivers from road

The inspections, conducted between September and October, resulted in 116 bus drivers and 95 buses being taken off the road throughout the state. In the New York City area alone, 48 drivers and 26 buses were taken out of service.

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