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Will extend night service on light rail and nine major bus routes and increase frequency on highly-utilized bus routes. Along with the Green Line light rail extension, which opened in June, these improvements represent the first time RT added service since budget cuts forced major service reductions in June 2010.
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The incident was caught on cell phone video by a passenger who didn’t want to be identified out of fear of retaliation. The passenger said they shot the video out of concern for other passenger’s safety.
Read More →Will also be looking at developing a wayfinding technology pilot that will help customers better navigate the system using data sent directly to a phone or tablet.
Read More →The all-electric S1LF will feature an ADA-compliant entry ramp for paratransit operations and a GVWR of 14,500 lbs., with no reduction in carrying capacity.
Read More →After months of research and development and rigorous testing, the company is introducing its new GrabHold seating for mass transit buses and the newly redesigned Torino GT for motorcoach vehicles.
Read More →A transit security report found that the number of assaults of drivers decreased 62% since 2010 due to the installation of protective shields on buses; however, union officials say many issues often go unreported.
Read More →Other cash-strapped California transit agencies, facing rising operating costs, are watching the potentially lucrative test run with interest, as current state law restricts digital signage on buses to route and service information.
Read More →The company has sold more Ford E-series chassis than other manufacturer since 2006.
Read More →New safety standards would be based on sound scientific research and crash test data and may include requirements for seat belts, improved window glazing, stronger roof construction, better fire suppression and protection, and improved emergency exits.
Read More →BusWest will continue to market and sell the Thomas Built school buses in California and Hawaii, along with the Caio coach products.
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