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Newsby StaffFebruary 9, 2009

California campus unveils bus tracking system

GPS-based system continually updates the location of Cal Poly Pomona’s six shuttle buses, which cover three routes.

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ArticlesFebruary 6, 2009

Travel Software to Aid Disabled Riders

To use the Travel Assistance Device, riders simply plan their trip online and follow the visual and verbal instructions on their cell phone.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 7, 2009

METRO Briefs

Rail firm accused in L.A. crash. FMCSA steps up operator vetting system. USF developing device to help disabled riders.

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Newsby StaffDecember 22, 2008

University bus service buoyed by cheaper fuel

The months-long decline in fuel prices has taken pressure off campus shuttle bus programs, providing a funding cushion and reducing the need to consider service cuts, according to several university transportation professionals.

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Newsby StaffDecember 22, 2008

Current issues university transit operations are facing

Ridership fluctuations, funding, maintaining aging fleet and meeting parking demands are some issues at the forefront for university transit system operators.

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ArticlesDecember 1, 2008

BusCon launches new products, boasts record turnout

Product launches — such as the Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp.’s new hybrid-electric chassis — drew significant attention from attendees.

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Newsby StaffOctober 29, 2008

METRO Briefs

U. of Ala. to study hydrogen buses. Toronto smart card project to launch in 2010. AIG collapse may cause transit service cuts.

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Newsby StaffOctober 27, 2008

University of New Mexico’s ‘veggie bus’ sparks art competition

The Veggie Bus, as it’s called, is expected to begin campus service early next year. It will run on waste vegetable oil recovered from campus kitchens.

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Newsby StaffOctober 27, 2008

USC seeks transit operations manager

Responsibilities include providing leadership and direction to staff, scheduling, training, hiring, payroll processing, performance management, vehicle maintenance and ensuring accordance with DOT regulations.

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Newsby StaffOctober 27, 2008

Stanford wins merit award for transportation program

Stanford University’s Transportation and Parking Program is credited with helping to reduce the drive-alone rate from 72 percent to 52 percent in the past six years, using a combination of incentives and targeted marketing.

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