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Gov. Mark Dayton's task force on transportation is calling for an increase in local sales taxes, gas taxes and vehicle fees. He created the task force last year in response to more demand for new revenue sources to pay for transit and highways.
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The three top elements cited as very important to fleet maintenance operations in the U.S. and Canada are safety, mentioned by 97% of respondents, followed by controlling costs (91%) and minimizing downtime (88%).
Read More →The report analyzed the specific effect on oil demand from telecommuting, bus rapid transit, transit competition, improved transportation technology, vouchers and other policies. The group also recommended implementation strategies to maximize oil savings.
Read More →Alternative fuel vehicle upfitting capabilities include aftermarket CNG conversions of Ford-manufactured vans, cutaway shuttles, taxis, pick-ups and light-duty trucks.
Read More →The Streetcar Trolley has a full stainless steel low-floor, patent-pending, monocoque chassis design, exceeding the required 1:6 ratio for ADA loading, with a fold-out wheelchair ramp.
Read More →Grote Industries' new 4-by-4 in. Trilliant Cube LED WhiteLight Work Lamp, the newest member of its Trilliant LED Whitelight Work Lamp Portfolio, features a stylized diamond plate reflector, a cluster of six high-performance LEDs and a clear, but rugged, polycarbonate lens.
Read More →The 24-volt ESM enables vehicles to start and operate reliably in the face of cold weather and infrequent starting. The new product expands Maxwell’s Engine Starting Solutions line to build on the success of its 12-volt ESM and deliver those benefits to diesel engine vehicles used in transportation, construction, military, agricultural, forestry, mining and other industries.
Read More →This compressor mount system allows for simple belt tensioning, compressor alignment and reduced vibration, and can be customized for various engine bay layouts and compressors. The major benefits are drastically reduced installation time, reduced belt wear, ease of belt maintenance, and reduced noise and vibration.
Read More →The CHW high-definition bus camera, combined with Seon’s new MX-HD 5-channel DVR, is the essential solution for applications where picture-perfect image quality is imperative.
Read More →The Solar Bus consists of four thin film solar panels that run the length of the bus and charge an on-board battery bank. When the bus engine is off, the batteries power the air-conditioning and wireless connectivity equipment, enabling the buses to effectively meet anti-idling standards without compromising passenger comfort.
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