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Newsby StaffJuly 3, 2013

N.C. DOT begins rail safety improvement projects

Part of the Piedmont Improvement Program, supported by a $520 million American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 grant. Will enhance safety for train travelers, motorists and pedestrians, while laying the foundation for a higher-performing freight and passenger rail network.

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Newsby StaffJune 27, 2013

Lawsuit filed against patent troll targeting public transit

APTA seeks to halt frivolous patent infringement claims against public transit systems throughout the country by two foreign companies stating they own or are the exclusive licensee of patents relating to arrival and status messaging systems for the transportation industry.

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Newsby StaffJune 21, 2013

CH Bus Sales delivers Temsa to S.C.

Coach is equipped with REI audio/video, Alcoa rims, driver shades, leatherette seats and a wheelchair lift.

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Newsby StaffJune 17, 2013

REI debuts Web-based fleet management software

A.R.M.O.R-Insight provides three different tools to help manage information for an entire fleet or for a specific vehicle. It helps illustrate vital statistics that are difficult to manage, such as locating intermittent problems; evaluating fleet and driver performance; and monitoring speed, acceleration and idle time.

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Newsby StaffJune 17, 2013

High-speed rail crashworthiness standards recommended

Will provide baseline safety requirements for next-generation rail equipment that would travel up to speeds of 220 mph on high-speed rail tracks, while providing the flexibility to operate with existing freight and passenger systems up to speeds of 125 mph.

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ProductsJune 14, 2013

Wireless fleet software

REI introduced two new wireless fleet software add-ons for its mobile video surveillance system: A.R.M.O.R. - Auto Pilot and A.R.M.O.R. - Diagnostics.

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Newsby StaffJune 10, 2013

Texas operator adds Temsa TS35

The Cowtown Bus Charters Inc. coach is equipped with REI Audio/Video, Alcoa rims, side and driver shades, and 110-volt plug outlets.

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Newsby StaffMay 29, 2013

Feds to investigate Md. freight rail crash

NTSB officials said late Tuesday that the collision occurred at a private crossing where the only marking was a stop sign.

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ArticlesMay 20, 2013

REI celebrates 75th anniversary

METRO Magazine spoke to REI’s President Scott Hays, who reflected on the company’s years in business and discussed its future.

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Newsby StaffMay 3, 2013

N.Y.’s CDTA ridership hits highest level since 1980s

Nearly 15.7 million boardings were recorded, a 5% increase from last year, which was reinforced by 26 consecutive months of month-to-month ridership increases. Revenue from customers was 6% higher this year as compared to last year. Growth took off with the introduction of the agency’s new BRT system.

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