METRO Magazine Logo
MenuMENU
SearchSEARCH
Enter keywords to search across all content
Newsby StaffOctober 21, 2013

Q'Straint debuts new wheelchair retractor

The new QRT-360 meets the Rehabilitation Engineering Assistive Technology Society of North American's newly revised WTORS standard for effective wheelchair securement well in advance of the 2015 deadline.

Read More →
Newsby StaffOctober 17, 2013

ABC delivers 2 Van Hool T2145s to Neb.

Vehicles are equipped with Allison Transmissions, Saucon GPS and Wi-Fi technology, Rudd Autochains, DriveCam and woodgrain flooring.

Read More →
Newsby StaffOctober 16, 2013

Q'Straint introduces Quantum wheelchair securement system

The new product was developed by combining transportation insight, intelligent technology and a pioneering new approach to securement.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Newsby StaffSeptember 13, 2013

Freightliner debuts 2 products at BusCon

Offering commercial bus builders an unparalleled combination of technology, functionality and performance, the new X-Ride suspension will be available on FCCC’s XB Series chassis, a rear-engine, straight rail diesel chassis.

Read More →
Newsby StaffSeptember 5, 2013

FTA announces $13.6M in fuel-cell bus grants

Eight projects were selected to receive a share of FY2012 funds through the National Fuel Cell Bus Program, which has provided nearly $90 million since 2006 to speed the development of fuel-cell technology

Read More →
Newsby StaffAugust 26, 2013

Fed research group extends testing of connected vehicle technology

During the past year, the test examined the use of connected vehicle technology in light vehicles, including driver acceptance, safety benefits, and overall system reliability and performance.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Transit DispatchesAugust 14, 2013

Connected Vehicles: An important step forward for the transit community

NHTSA estimates that a connected vehicle network could potentially address 80% of all unimpaired crash scenarios, a safety leap exceeding even seat belts and airbags. The Research and Innovative Technology Administration and FTA are working with transit agencies and stakeholders to advance connected vehicle applications that will help improve safety, mobility and convenience for transit riders.

Read More →
Newsby StaffAugust 9, 2013

National Interstate offers IMG members benefit program

Will have access to a variety of risk management tools and resources, such as an exclusive online customer website and automated event recorder technology. Customers will also enjoy specialized claims management services, including accelerated communication, subrogation assistance, and personalized file reviews.

Read More →
Newsby StaffAugust 8, 2013

Wireless charging electric bus debuts in South Korea

Technology enables electric vehicles to transfer electricity wirelessly from the road surface while moving. Power comes from the electrical cables buried under the surface of the road, creating magnetic fields.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Newsby StaffJuly 1, 2013

Voith wins CALTRANS contract

Will provide 260 push back couplers. The couplers are part of Voith's unique Crash Energy Management technology, designed to enhance passenger safety and reduce damage to train cars when crashes occur.

Read More →