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NewsSeptember 1, 2021

LA Metro To Implement Photo Enforcement on Rail Line

The enforcement program is aimed at mitigating potential train/vehicle collisions and resulting injuries and/or fatalities. The program also seeks to improve vehicular and pedestrian safety in the Crenshaw District.

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Safety Cornerby Eric RaylSeptember 1, 2021

Transporting E-bikes: 4 Tips to Ensure a Safe and Efficient Ride

Over the past 18 months, sales of bicycles have exploded — with the pandemic spurring an unprecedented demand for outdoor recreation and transportation modes that are compatible with social distancing.

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ArticlesAugust 19, 2021

Flooring Goes Lighter, Maintains Durability

Durability is skey for transits when looking for a product that will last long term.

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NewsAugust 16, 2021

Jennifer Homendy Sworn In as Chair of NTSB

Homendy was nominated by President Joe Biden May 19; testified in a June 24 confirmation hearing before the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation; and was unanimously confirmed by the Senate Aug. 9.

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ArticlesAugust 16, 2021

Taking Buses Beyond ADA Compliance with ‘Smart’ Air Management Systems

Computer-controlled air management and ride control systems have been evolving over the last two decades and are now more effective and versatile than ever before, helping to smooth out the ride of buses operating on even the worst of roads.

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NewsAugust 13, 2021

Amtrak Announces Vaccine Mandate for Employees

The company announces all employees are required to be vaccinated along with other safety protocols.

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NewsAugust 10, 2021

FTA Announces All Applicable Transit Agencies and States Have Public Transportation Agency Safety Plans

The safety plans were required to be completed by July 20, following an FTA rule issued in 2018.

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NewsAugust 10, 2021

Investment in Rehabilitation and Prevention Programs Make D.C.'s Metrorail More Reliable, Report Says

WMATA’s preventive maintenance program has cut the number of emergency track repairs in half since the 2018 fiscal year.

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ArticlesAugust 2, 2021

Innovation Showcase: Improving Driver Health With Ergonomics

To enable drivers to carry out beneficial adjustments to the cabin environment in a short space of time, the bus market is deploying electric memory steering columns.

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NewsJuly 30, 2021

LADOT Making Changes to Better Serve Transportation Needs of Women in the Region

The changes are taking place as a result of a landmark report, “Changing Lanes: A Gender Equity Transportation Study."

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