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Newsby StaffNovember 16, 2018

New Flyer 60-foot electric bus passes Altoona testing

U.S. transit agencies can now use FTA funding in support of their purchases of the company's 60-foot electric bus rapid transit buses.

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ArticlesNovember 15, 2018

Despite Progress, True Public Transit Accessibility Remains Elusive

As ADA approaches the 30-year mark, transit agencies are evaluating the improvements made and what still needs doing.

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Newsby StaffNovember 2, 2018

MCI's D45 CRT LE Commuter Coaches completes Altoona Testing

The vehicle received a 10-month battery of tests accelerating a 12-year, 500,000 miles service life.

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Newsby StaffOctober 31, 2018

Honolulu to use city funds to fill light rail project shortfall

FTA demanded that Honolulu officials come up with $44 million to help pay for administrative costs associated with the project.

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Newsby StaffOctober 30, 2018

KCATA breaks ground on 3rd MAX BRT line

Will include real-time arrival information, Wi-Fi service, and passenger-friendly transit centers.  

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Newsby StaffOctober 24, 2018

Calif., Okla., latest to obtain FTA State Safety Oversight Certification

Federal law requires states with rail transit systems to obtain FTA certification of their SSO Programs by April 15, 2019.

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Newsby StaffOctober 4, 2018

U.S. DOT releases multimodal guidance for on-road automated vehicles

AV 3.0 incorporates the results of extensive stakeholder engagement to provide updated voluntary guidance and policy considerations for a range of industry sectors.

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Newsby StaffOctober 4, 2018

FTA honors rural public transit agencies for outstanding service

Calif.-based Monterey Salinas Transit was one of six transit agencies recognized.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 26, 2018

OCTA awards OC Streetcar construction contract

Walsh Construction, with a bid of $220.5 million, was selected among four construction firms that met pre-qualification requirements and submitted bids.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 25, 2018

Missouri latest to land FTA State Safety Oversight certification

Federal law requires states with rail transit systems to obtain FTA certification of their SSO Programs by April 15, 2019.

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