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Newsby StaffMay 31, 2018

FlixBus officially begins U.S. operations

The launch marks the 28th country of operation for the German-born tech and travel pioneer — and the company’s biggest launch to date.

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Newsby StaffMay 17, 2018

FlixBus launches in U.S. on major routes in the Southwest

For the first phase, 180 initial FlixBus connections will be operated by six regional bus partners.

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ArticlesMay 1, 2018

Intercity Bus Lines Picking Up Speed with New Service Strategies

The most recent expansion of services has been more nuanced, generally spurred by a desire to fill gaps in the system, improve connectivity with Amtrak, and strengthen existing routes with new intermediate stops.

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Newsby StaffApril 12, 2018

Europe's FlixBus inaugurates 1st 100% electric long-distance bus line

Company is also planning to expand to the U.S. as FlixBus USA.

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Newsby StaffMarch 13, 2018

Europe's FlixBus to pilot electric buses on long-distance routes

Beginning in April, the first all-electric Flix-E-Buses will begin test operations with the premiere route between Paris and Amiens, France. The second Flix-E-Bus will hit the road between Hessen and Baden-Württemberg, Germany, in Summer 2018.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 29, 2018

Demand on the rise for intercity bus travel, study finds

Economic growth and tech transformations have paved the way for luxury bus transportation.

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Newsby StaffDecember 11, 2017

GOGO Charters launches operations in UK

Company helped revolutionize the motorcoach industry by integrating a technology-first approach into its booking process.

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Newsby StaffNovember 16, 2017

ABA urges Congress to fund intercity bus security grant program

In the wake of Sept. 11, 2001, Congress recognized the need to address security risks threatening the surface transportation network, specifically identifying the intercity bus industry as a vital mode of transportation through establishment of the IBSGP in the Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007.

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Newsby StaffOctober 5, 2017

New APTA study provides framework for measuring high-speed, intercity rail ROI

This seminal report, called "Framework for Assessing the ROI for High-Speed and Intercity Rail Projects," goes beyond the confines of the classic "benefit cost analysis" — which focuses on travel time and cost efficiency impacts.

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Newsby StaffAugust 23, 2017

Low gas prices, gaps in intercity rail, bus forcing more to drive

Lower fuel prices and heightened competition from airlines have weakened demand for Amtrak and express coach bus lines, according to a study.

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