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Newsby StaffMarch 27, 2015

ABA, AAA implore leaders to address DC parking crisis

The groups urged planners to add parking near the National Mall for the millions of people who will visit by bus and car over the next several months, kicking off with the National Cherry Blossom Festival.

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Videosby StaffMay 30, 2014

Trailways Ride Along Trip to Nashville Pt. 1

The itinerary began on Sunday evening, Jan. 5, 2014, in New York State on Adirondack Trailways at the New Paltz station, about 90 minutes north of New York City and near Catania's home. After traveling to Port Authority and Times Square, they stayed with friends overnight in Brooklyn.

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Newsby StaffApril 24, 2014

Study: Motorcoaches cleanest form of travel

Motorcoaches average nearly 240 passenger miles per gallon, while intercity rail averages 85, commuter rail 90, transit buses 70, domestic air travel 55 and single-occupant cars 28, according to the study.

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Newsby StaffOctober 15, 2013

Hispanic Motorcoach Council holds first meeting

The newly created group offers support through networking, knowledge and information related to security issues, safety compliance, legislative/regulatory oversight and operational best practices.

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Newsby StaffAugust 13, 2013

ABA Foundation awards $58K in scholarships

This is the 16th year of the program, which has awarded over $600,000 in assistance to industry families.

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Newsby StaffAugust 1, 2013

Report: Motorcoach travel more cost effective, efficient than Amtrak

Analysis compares consumer and societal costs associated with 20 trips between select U.S. city pairs on both Amtrak and scheduled intercity motorcoaches. Findings include motorcoaches average less than 25% of the cost to provide comparable Amtrak Service; and only two Amtrak lines generate enough revenue to cover operating and capital costs.

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ArticlesApril 24, 2013

Innovative Operator Profile: Team Oriented and Innovative

Innovation is a word that best suits New World Tours. The operation’s fleet consists of 32 2007 Van Hool C2000 series motorcoaches, built by ABC Companies, designed based on feedback provided from a focus group.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 8, 2013

ABA raises $150K for Foundation

Funds will help power the ABA Foundation for 2013 and enables the organization to focus on its core mission of providing critical research and scholarships to the motorcoach, tour and travel industry.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 10, 2013

ABA names ‘Green Operators’

Anderson Coach and Travel of Greenville, Pa., and Northeast Charter and Tour Co. of Lewiston, Maine, were honored at the American Bus Association’s annual Marketplace, which took place from Jan. 5 to 9 in Charlotte, N.C., as the recipients of ABA’s “Green Operator Award.”

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Newsby StaffNovember 20, 2012

Prevost donates H3-45 to ABA Foundation auction

Vehicle is equipped with a fuel efficient Volvo D13 engine and Volvo I-Shift transmission as well as safety features including Prevost Electronic Stability Program, fire suppression and tire pressure monitoring system.

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