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Articlesby StaffJune 1, 2001

Programs to boost ridership help bring overall rail ridership to record levels

In the past year, ridership on all forms of rail increased 5% or more, showing that investment in that mode by the federal government was put to good use, said Bill Millar, president of the American Public Transportation Association (APTA).

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ArticlesMay 1, 2001

Impressive ridership numbers call for greater investment

Has America’s love affair with the car finally ended?

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ArticlesApril 1, 2001

How to Sharpen Your Market Research Strategies

Ridership surveys, focus groups and in-depth interviews can help transit agencies improve customer service, target advertising and gain public support. Bus manufacturers can also profit from customer feedback.

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Articlesby StaffApril 1, 2001

Commuter rail projects boom, ridership grows 5.2%, says APTA

The opening of Seattle’s Sound Transit last year made it the 14th commuter rail operation since 1988 and the first time the city has seen such service in about 60 years.

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Newsby StaffJune 21, 2000

APTA Rail Meeting Looks at Lower-Cost Project Solutions

Amidst the euphoria over record rail ridership and new spending numbers, the 1,200 attendees at APTA’s rail conference this year were concerned about the increasingly crowded field in the new starts race.

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