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Accident data showed that in most of the crashes the wheelchairs were secured, however, seat belts weren't always used or fastened the right way; and in some instances, people slid from under lap belts and were injured.
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Representatives and Sen. John Kerry from Massachusetts announce a $745,689 award to the Pioneer Valley Transit Authority for the installation of an interactive passenger information system. The system includes trip planning, scheduling and notifications.
Read More →ADA-compliant shuttle buses, with optional side-entry wheelchair lift, offer seating for eight passengers, plus driver, with two wheelchairs or 14 passengers, plus driver, and have successfully completed the seven-year Altoona Bus Test.
Read More →Many have gaps greater than three inches between the platform and the train door. N.Y. MTA designers are working on options to mark disabled boarding areas and filling the gaps with higher platforms.
Read More →ITNAmerica, a service where participating seniors pay for rides from volunteer drivers using a pre-paid credit system, was held up as one example of the type of nonprofit service that can fill a need.
Read More →Said seniors are not aware of transit services or find them hard to navigate. Called for improvements ranging from more fixed route and shuttle bus, van and "catch-a-ride" programs, to more frequent service for seniors living on hillsides far from bus stops.
Read More →Purchased Transportation Management Services UK Ltd., the Major Games Division and wholly owned subsidiary of Transportation Management Services Inc., which designs, plans and operates transportation systems for major special events around the globe.
Read More →Under the new contract, which is effective July 1, 2013, the company will assume additional responsibilities including dispatching duties for a 200 vehicle fleet and employing a Developmental Disability Specialist in its Certification Department, who will bring expertise for eligibility determinations of applicants with cognitive disabilities.
Read More →The project will be in two phases. The first calls for improving 182 bus stops at a cost of $1.3 million, with completion expected by May.
Read More →California-based wheelchair lift manufacturer obtained for $73.5 million.
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