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Articlesby Nicole SchlosserSeptember 22, 2011

New Flyer Offering Life-Long Supply Chain Bus Solutions

The company is adapting to become a one-stop shop of supply-chain solutions and training tools as the relationship between transit operators and vehicle manufacturer becomes more interactive.

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Newsby StaffAugust 17, 2011

FAAC to build Toronto LRV simulator

Under subcontract to Bombardier, which is producing the new railcar, will design, develop and deliver the simulator to support TTC's training program.

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Safety Cornerby Louie MaielloAugust 4, 2011

Making the most of a training bus opportunity

During these tough economic times there may be a friend or loved one you know who is waiting to be called to begin a career in transit, perhaps as a bus operator. To make the best of that opportunity, I will provide some information to share with them.

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Articlesby Nicole SchlosserMay 18, 2011

Using Driver Training Simulators to Enhance Coach Safety

Equipment provides a safe environment for drivers to learn good driving habits and correct unsafe ones. Use of simulators is also expected to save operators on fuel and training costs.

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ArticlesMay 18, 2011

BART launches mobile seat lab to elicit customer feedback

The mobile seat lab took several months to create and contains four stations, each equipped with several different seats.

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Newsby StaffApril 11, 2011

MCI delivers coaches, driving simulator to Green Bay, Wis.

Already holding the highest possible safety and operational ratings from the U.S. Departments of Defense and Transportation, Lamers Bus Lines added the MCI Coach Driving Training Simulator to further its educational programs.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 24, 2011

Prevost announces webinar, training opportunities

Prevost Connection is a continuing series of online presentations and discussions for motorcoach operators, drivers and maintenance personnel. Meanwhile, courses on the Prevost H and X coach series will be presented throughout North America as part of the company's ongoing commitment to quality products and exceptional customer service.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 22, 2011

Prevost, partner announce 'Celebrity' Academy training

The Celebrity Bus Drivers Academy will conduct two classes in 2011 — one in the spring and one in the fall. The next class is scheduled for April 20 to 22, 2011 in Nashville at Prevost's Service Center.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 18, 2011

MCI sets 2011 technical training schedule

Offered free to operators at MCI's Louisville Training Center, the onsite Technical Tune-Up sessions are designed to maximize maintenance skills for the highest up-time and utilization on all current-production models.

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Safety Cornerby Louie MaielloOctober 8, 2010

Get out of the classroom and onto the training bus

While some transit agencies are cutting back or even eliminating service to save money, why not begin looking at the bottom line with student operators, during and at the completion of their behind-the-wheel training. Identifying poor performers during training and separating them prior to graduation can contribute greatly to overall safety improvements for the training department and, reduce claims.

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