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Newsby StaffJanuary 20, 2010

<font color=red>Web Extra:</font> Md.'s Mobility Paratransit revises services, policies

The MTA introduced two major changes: upgrading its curb-to-curb service to door-to-door service and greater enforcement of its no-show policy.

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ArticlesJanuary 13, 2010

Taking the distractions out of driving

Why do we allow ourselves to be distracted? Most often it's because we're impatient and lose focus on the road conditions around us. However, when we drive regularly (and some of us do it for a living), we also develop a trait called "muscle memory." Or in other words, our minds are simply driving on "auto pilot" and not actively concentrating on driving. The result is boredom.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 14, 2009

CATS donates bus to CPCC mechanic students

CATS recently retired the 1997 40-foot Gillig bus, and Charlotte City Council approved the donation to CPCC.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 8, 2009

Champaign-Urbana MTD receives ARRA funds for simulators

Simulators, programmed to emulate this environment, will allow the MTD to introduce bus operators to this environment in the controlled setting of the simulator room. Agency hopes to begin using system by mid-2010.

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Newsby StaffJuly 9, 2009

Sec. LaHood awards $6.7 Million in training grants

The OJT/SS grants were included in ARRA to supplement federal training programs and to support the training programs of state departments of transportation for highway construction contractors, apprentices and trainees.

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Newsby StaffApril 9, 2009

MCI delivers J4500s, expands Webinar offerings

Since launching its Webinar series last year, MCI has trained about 500 industry personnel. All Webinars are held on Wednesdays at 2 p.m. CST. Registration is required.

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ArticlesJanuary 9, 2009

Technology's impact has multiple dimensions and challenges

As we look to expand the industry and procure new equipment to meet the growing demand for public transportation, governments and agencies must fund the talent side of our growing need.

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