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Transit Dispatchesby James BlueMay 25, 2016

Changes to rolling stock rules threaten industry supply chain

In February, the FTA finalized its grant management requirements circular governing the administration and management of all FTA grant programs. This revision incorporates changes to these programs contained in both authorizations that have been enacted in recent years, the FAST Act and MAP-21. While some provisions the revised circular are welcome and needed because of enactment of these new laws, it also contains changes that are not only unnecessary but could threaten the industry’s health.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 3, 2015

New Flyer's XE40 electric bus passes Altoona Testing

With successful completion of the Altoona Test, New Flyer can provide operators with objective data indicating the XE40 battery-electric bus is built to rely on, day in and day out.

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Newsby StaffJune 23, 2015

FTA proposes rule to improve testing, reliability of new transit buses

The proposed rule would establish minimum performance standards, a new pass-fail grading system for bus testing and a weighted scoring process that would better assist local transit agencies in purchasing an appropriate vehicle.

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Newsby StaffJune 10, 2015

Proterra's Catalyst breaks Altoona records in energy efficiency and more

Additional records include gradeability, weight and acceleration. While conventional diesel buses average 3.86 MPG, the Proterra Catalyst achieved the best efficiency rating ever for a 40-foot transit bus at 22 MPGe.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 11, 2014

19th BusCon Moves to Indianapolis, Touts Education and More

The Expo will feature plenty of vehicles and technology on the show floor as well as an expanded educational program covering an array of topics, including safety, compliance, accessibility and finding cost efficiencies.

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Newsby StaffMay 29, 2014

BYD bus completes Altoona Testing

The 40-foot BYD Electric Bus is just the first of three different size options that will be offered to the U.S. for 2014/2015 deliveries. Next at Altoona will be the 60-foot articulated BYD all-electric bus.

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Newsby StaffDecember 16, 2013

BYD disputes 'misinformation' regarding labor practices, vehicles

Attorney Lanny Davis, acting as the company's spokesman, said there are facts that are beyond dispute that can and will be substantiated by documentation.

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Newsby StaffMay 30, 2013

Micro BIrd G5 bus completes Altoona

Outperformed the competition on the interior noise tests with impressive results and got to the finish line with a clean slate on the body structure.

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ArticlesApril 24, 2013

Pub Perspective: Congress must address MAP-21 bus problems

Both agencies and the supply side need to engage FTA officials and members of Congress to address ... upcoming bus-related issues.

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Newsby StaffOctober 1, 2012

Proterra battery-electric bus passes Altoona testing

The EcoRide BE35 battery-electric bus becomes the first heavy-duty electric transit bus to pass the FTA's testing. Additionally, the vehicle is found to have an average fuel economy of 22 mpg and the lowest noise of any bus ever tested, officials said.

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