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The latest Notice of Funding Opportunity provides transit agencies with funding for bus facilities, fleet modernization, and low- and no-emission vehicles, with applications due September 21.
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Includes two new platforms; a parking lot with long-term parking for Amtrak patrons; an improved pedestrian underpass and enhanced passenger amenities, creating a modernized train station for Amtrak Cascades, Sound Transit commuter rail, and King County Metro Transit Bus customers.
Read More →Q'Straint’s Quantum automatic rear-facing wheelchair securement station is designed to international standards, built with transportation industry-standard technologies and is ideal for both new fleet or retrofit applications, according to the company. Beyond safety and durability, the Quantum was also designed with aesthetics in mind: the Quantum's appearance is unimposing and approachable, making it a thoughtful addition to any modern bus.
Read More →Head of FMCSA is looking into screening passengers and luggage to improve security aboard buses.
Read More →The Magnetic Block Heater Plug is a prong-less, magnetic electrical plug with an app-controlled timer that can serve as an engine block heater extension.
Read More →The ECOLIFT, Stertil-Koni's new generation of its U.S. patented heavy-duty scissor lift, is recognized as the industry's first ultra-shallow, full-rise, in-ground lifting system, according to the company.
Read More →The recognition goes to agencies that achieve top scores during an annual review of 17 categories.
Read More →Ordered Heartland Charters & Tours to shut down for failing to adhere to operating conditions the company agreed to follow in July 2012 in order to return to passenger service following an imminent hazard out-of-service order issued in April 2012.
Read More →On March 14, 2011, Super Luxury Tours was involved in a fatal New Jersey Turnpike crash that killed two people. FMCSA’s investigation of the bus company’s involvement in the crash is ongoing.
Read More →The FMCSA will penalize states not in substantial compliance with licensing and sanctioning requirements of the CDL program by withholding funding.
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