Consultant Q&A: WSP's Schwarz Talks Project Delivery, Tech, and More

METRO recently spoke to Angela Schwarz about the top operational challenges facing public transit agencies today, how firms like WSP are helping to address them, the ongoing pressure to reduce costs per passenger, bus automation, and more.

MIT reveals Hyperloop pod design

The pod utilizes a passive magnetic levitation system that incorporates two arrays of 20 neodymium magnets, according to MIT Hyperloop's website.

Consultant Q&A: Project Delivery, Tech, and More with STV's Díaz González

With over 25 years of experience in the architecture, engineering, and construction industry, Marcos Díaz González brings deep expertise in operations, program execution, business development, and a broad spectrum of project delivery methods.

Diane Jones Allen, D.Eng., ASLA, PLA

Q’Straint’s Quantum makes passenger safety push-button easy

Wheelchair and scooter users want independent transportation, and bus drivers have a schedule to maintain. Until now those two objectives often conflicted.

Via, autonomous vehicle co. demo 'PodZero' during Vegas event

Visitors will be routed around a 1,500-foot “cityscape” track to New York, the UK, or Las Vegas.

Electric Vehicles Charge Up the Show Floor at BusCon 2013

More than 145 exhibitors showcased products and 64 vehicles were on display, including an unprecedented four electric vehicles. Safety and paratransit were major topics of focus in the educational sessions, which featured an expanded program this year.

Transit Systems Find Creative Ways to Generate Revenue

Agencies are looking beyond conventional ads and tapping new technology, such as virtual grocery stores, regenerative braking and Groupon, to bring in more funds.

EPV introduces new commuter bus at UMA

The ECOCoach features a stainless steel chassis, with compressed natural gas now the standard fuel offering, using a Cummins ISL-G engine. A traditional diesel option will be available in Q3 2014.