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Newsby StaffDecember 7, 2018

Lack of transportation options worry seniors, people with disabilities

Combined with not being able to drive, a new poll finds lack of options leaves them feeling frustrated, isolated, and trapped.

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Newsby StaffDecember 6, 2018

MBTA signs amended agreement to bolster system accessibility

The accord called over 200 commitments and obligations to improve the agency's fixed-route accessibility for people with disabilities.

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Newsby StaffNovember 26, 2018

SouthWest Transit orders MCI D45 CRT LE Commuter Coaches

The Buy America-compliant model recently passed its Altoona test.

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Transit Dispatchesby Chris FoxNovember 1, 2018

ADA sensitivity training makes drivers MCTS' 'most valuable asset'

Storylines about Milwaukee County Transit System bus operators are always consistent, involving a driver going above and beyond their job description in order to help someone in need.

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Newsby StaffNovember 1, 2018

DCTA adds 12 ARBOC Spirit of Independence buses

The new body-on-chassis (cutaway) buses will enhance 10 fixed-route services in Denton and Lewisville and demand-response paratransit services in Frisco and Highland Village.

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Newsby StaffOctober 4, 2018

Mich.'s TheRide lands grant to test autonomous securement of wheelchairs

The systems are scheduled to be installed into the buses by January 2019.

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Newsby StaffOctober 4, 2018

First Transit operating TransLink's HandyDART service

The company currently operates the majority of HandyDART service in B.C. outside of Metro Vancouver on behalf of BC Transit, including Victoria, Kelowna, and Kamloops.

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Newsby StaffAugust 20, 2018

NYC Transit launching town halls to discuss system modernization

The Fast Forward Plan includes goals such as installing new signal and track infrastructure for subways and accelerating accessibility.

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Newsby StaffJuly 25, 2018

MCI D45 CRT LE Commuter Coach joins 'March to U.S. Capitol'

First-ever, curb-level low-entry vestibule commuter coach design offers, ADA-compliant retractable ramp for mobility device users.

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Newsby StaffJuly 25, 2018

LIRR Launches New Service for People with Mobility Issues

LIRR Care will serve as a customer assistance program for those who need an extra helping hand to navigate the railroad system.

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