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Newsby StaffMay 24, 2020

CoachRail launches major update to its mobile app

The upgraded software now includes smart dispatch, an easy-to-use quote-generation tool, and the ability to track drivers while they are on the road, all from a smartphone

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Newsby StaffMay 22, 2020

Texas' Citibus, Neb.'s StarTran team with Spare to launch on-demand services

The idea behind commingling comes from the aviation space, where multiple tiered passenger groups share the same airplane.

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Newsby StaffMay 21, 2020

ZED Digital releases touchless fare validators

The technology can enable continued fare collection, while also enhancing driver and passenger safety.

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Transit Dispatchesby Thea FisherMay 20, 2020

How transit payments will evolve post-Covid-19

Long after the initial threat of the pandemic has faded, Covid-19 will continue to be a catalyst for change.

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Newsby StaffMay 19, 2020

ViriCiti launches all electric mode tool for BAE Systems

As soon as a bus enters a geofenced area, a signal is sent to the engine to automatically switch off. Once the bus exits the area, the engine will automatically turn back on.

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Newsby StaffMay 18, 2020

FRA report looks at PTC progress

Work remains as 63.2% of all commuter railroads’ cumulative required route miles were PTC-governed as of March 31, an 8.5% increase since last quarter.

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Newsby StaffApril 27, 2020

Pierce Transit using buses to create Wi-Fi hot spots for students

A 2019 study of Broadband Access and Speed in Pierce County found that nearly 18% of Pierce County households have only low-speed Internet access, and 3.2% have no access at all.

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Newsby StaffApril 21, 2020

Helping transit agencies create a COVID-19 exit strategy at no cost

An immediate return to previous levels of service will not be feasible in many cases, given the changes wrought by the pandemic that need to be addressed in transportation exit plans.

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Newsby StaffApril 21, 2020

Calif.'s Tri Delta Transit saves 40% on electric bus charging energy costs

AMPLY was brought in during the fall of 2019 to simplify Tri Delta's charging operations and address challenges presented by previously installed hardware.

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Newsby StaffApril 21, 2020

Ben Franklin teams with Via to launch new on-demand, essential service

Under current emergency operating conditions, only one passenger will be allowed in each vehicle per trip, though the service is intended to and will eventually be a shared ride service.

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