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Newsby StaffJune 27, 2017

Metra to purchase new, modern seating based on customer feedback

Metra to purchase new, modern seatsCustomer feedback results in additional design enhancements

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Newsby StaffJune 26, 2017

MCI unveils more passenger/driver space, upscale interior for J4500

New standard touches include indirect LED ceiling lights, puck-style spotlights, and entryway illumination.

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ArticlesApril 13, 2017

Passenger Seating Options Maximize Safety and Convenience

A ruling by NHTSA now requires three-point seatbelts on certain vehicle classifications, while less traditional transit layouts more easily accommodate passenger’s needs and power outlets allow them to charge their devices while en-route.

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Newsby StaffMay 17, 2016

American Seating unveils transit seats with USB power outlets

The 4.2-amp total output, dual-outlet, USB-device charger is featured on the company's Vision seat. The easily accessible charger features a LED power-on indicator and an optional protective cover.

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Newsby StaffApril 26, 2016

BART's board passes 'one ticket, one seat' rule

BART’s new rule mirrors similar campaigns launched by transit agencies in New York, Philadelphia and Seattle with slogans such as "Two seats? Really?" and "Dude ... Stop The Spread. Please."

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Newsby StaffFebruary 11, 2016

American Seating's sales team adds, promotes in key positions

Sonny Gordon has been promoted to the position of national sales director, central and western U.S., with Karen Dhanie joining the company as national sales director, southern and eastern U.S.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 1, 2016

American Seating unveiling new Wayfarer prototype at UMA Expo 2016

This year, American Seating is developing a new back option for Wayfarer focused on the private tour and charter market, and will exhibit this Wayfarer-TC prototype at the 2016 UMA Expo.

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Newsby StaffDecember 10, 2015

L.A. Metro focusing efforts on seniors

Agency has expanded accessibility in stations, buses and trains with features like extra elevators, color-coded priority seating, more space for wheelchairs and walkers, tactile paths on platforms and bigger fonts on signage.

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Newsby StaffJuly 17, 2015

Kiel Seats part of largest refurbished electric fleet in North America

Left on purpose without upholstery option, each double seat weighs only 45 lbs. yet provides an optimum of comfort for riders through its ergonomically formed design. The slim contour of the seat’s back offers a maximum of legroom for passengers and enhanced accessibility getting in and out of the seat.

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Newsby StaffJuly 7, 2015

4ONE unveils new transit bus, motorcoach seating products

After months of research and development and rigorous testing, the company is introducing its new GrabHold seating for mass transit buses and the newly redesigned Torino GT for motorcoach vehicles.

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