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Articlesby StaffAugust 1, 2003

Chicago convention center parking lot caters to motorcoaches

Nation's largest convention center opens space in parking lot for motorcoaches.

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Newsby StaffOctober 14, 2002

Astronauts ride space rail

The International Space Station's rail system will help transport workers around the station.

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Newsby StaffAugust 15, 2002

Pace introduces MCI commuter cruisers to fleet

The new MCI D4000s are equipped with multiplex electrical systems, Detroit Diesel Series 60 engines and Allison B500 transmissions.

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Newsby StaffJune 3, 2002

MCI delivers commuter cruisers to Pace Bus Service

The new MCI D4000 cruisers are equipped with multiplex electrical systems, Detroit Diesel Series 60 engines and Allison B500 Transmissions.

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Articlesby StaffMay 1, 2002

Orbiting railway starts to take shape

At the International Space Station, the first track of what will eventually be a 360-foot space railway has been laid.

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Articlesby StaffApril 1, 2002

Door sensors lower injury risk

A device that uses ultrasonic sensors to detect objects in selected spaces is being installed in transit buses to keep the rear service doors from accidentally closing on passengers.

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Newsby StaffAugust 13, 2001

Motorcoach operating costs rose 34% since 1999

The ABA's annual industry survey shows increased operating costs haven't kept pace with prices charged to passengers.

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ArticlesJune 1, 2001

On-Street Priority Transitways Improve Urban Mobility

Using available rights-of-way, transit operations can make better use of limited space. Here are some challenges and opportunities to consider.

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ArticlesJune 1, 2001

Keys to Proper Spec'ing of Wheelchair Lifts

Bigger, heavier wheelchairs and the need for space have forced transit and motorcoach operators to reconfigure their specifications and go beyond ADA requirements.

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Articlesby StaffMarch 1, 2001

WMATA installs gap reducers on railcars

The Washington (D.C.) Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) retrofitted nearly 100% of its 758 revenue-service railcars with gap reducers to reduce the amount of space between the platform and the door.

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