DaimlerChrysler optimistic about 2002 sales

Less than one year after consolidating its North American commercial brands into one corporate structure, DaimlerChrysler Commercial Buses North America reports that it's on the way to a 50% increase in sales in 2002 compared to 2001.

Specialty Manufacturing forms company with Invertec

The new company, Invertec North America, will supply lighting systems and component lights to transit buses, emergency vehicles, trucks and recreational vehicles.

Easton Coach acquires VecTour of PA

Effective May 10, VecTour Inc. will divest itself of all of its operating companies.

Blue Bird Corp.

DaimlerChrysler’s New Strategy Brings Setra, Orion and Thomas-Dennis Under One Roof

Andreas Strecker, a key player in Daimler’s EvoBus operation, has taken charge of DaimlerChrysler Commercial Buses North America, the company’s newly organized commercial bus division. He explains the strategy behind the consolidation.

DaimlerChrysler reorganizes bus business

Setra, Orion and Thomas were integrated into new division.

ITRA to merge with TANA

The International Tire & Rubber Association will join with the Tire Association of North America in July.

Online motorcoach trip quoting system now available

The system allows all operators and the general public access to quotes from America Bus Association members.

Meet 10 of the Fastest Growing Transit Systems in North America

Small to medium-sized transit properties are showing the greatest percentage growth, while their larger cousins are posting the biggest absolute gains. Here’s a look at the top percentage gainers.

Wind-powered rail helps Calgary meet its clean-air goals

At press time, customers of Calgary Transit’s C-Train were to begin riding on the first wind-powered light rail system in North America.