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Newsby StaffNovember 30, 2015

Texas paratransit system could owe state close to $1M

The audit found TAPS had not submitted sufficient documentation for its requests for reimbursement, did not have processes in place to ensure compliance with TxDOT agreements and that its cost allocation methods were not sufficiently supported.

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Videosby StaffNovember 24, 2015

TriMet's 'Santa Bob' Passes the Reins to New Bus Driver

TriMet's "Santa Bob" delighted riders for nearly 30 years as he maneuvered his sleigh bus through the streets of Hillsboro, Beaverton and Portland. But before this holiday season begins, Santa Bob, a.k.a Bob Foster, will be turning in the reins of his Line 88 bus.

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ProductsNovember 6, 2015

FS2 Tour Coach XL Model

Built on the Freightliner S2 chassis the coach is wheelchair accessible and features a Cummins ISB 6.7L, 300 horsepower engine coupled to a 320 AMP alternator.

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ProductsNovember 5, 2015

Freightliner at BusCon

Freightliner’s chassis featured several chassis around the show floor, including a collaboration with Caio and Turtle Top for a G3400 motorcoach with an XBR raised-rail, rear-engine chassis.

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ProductsNovember 5, 2015

Glaval Bus' Apollo at BusCon

Built on the Freightliner MB65 front engine chassis, the Apollo featured at BusCon included a Cummins ISB 6.7L new emission diesel engine, standardized rear air-suspension, a 26,000 GVWR and seating for up to 40 passengers, plus driver.

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Newsby StaffNovember 5, 2015

Greyhound reinvents bus travel booking with redesigned website

New Greyhound.com focuses on simplifying the booking experience, providing more information for customers and further demonstrating the brand's transformation.

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Newsby StaffOctober 20, 2015

Railroads warn of widespread shutdowns unless PTC deadline extended

The freight rail industry needs until the end of 2018 to install the necessary hardware and until the end of 2020 to have it fully tested and operational, said Ed Hamberger, president and CEO for the Association of American Railroads.

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Newsby StaffOctober 20, 2015

REI enters European marketplace at BusWorld

Will debut the Digital Media Center; a luxury personal entertainment solution for the transportation industry. Powered by REI’s Digital Media Center, the system enables passengers to gain access to movies, television and custom programming via Wi-Fi from licensed studios.

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Newsby StaffOctober 13, 2015

CH Bus delivers Temsa TS30 to Tenn. operator

Premier Transportation LLC’s TS 30 coaches are seated for 30 passengers, which allows for extra legroom. The coaches are also equipped with 110-volt and USB plugs, Alcoa wheels, leather seats, an REI audio/video system, and woodgrain floors.

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Newsby StaffOctober 7, 2015

Wabtec acquires Faiveley Transport

The strategic combination will create one of the world’s largest public rail equipment companies, with revenues of about $4.5 billion and a presence in all key freight rail and passenger transit geographies worldwide. 

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