Long overshadowed by Amtrak and public transit, long-distance motorcoach travel is gaining newfound respect in statehouses.
Created by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the IRC Program provides new opportunities to entities implementing IRCs to advance multi-state and regional passenger rail service efforts.
Opening in 2018, the SL3 connects Chelsea with Logan Airport, East Boston, the Seaport District, and South Station, making quick, easy connections to many area bus routes, the Blue Line, the Red Line, and the Commuter Rail.
The plan supports key transportation goals of Mayor Brandon Johnson’s administration, including improving bus reliability and coordination of infrastructure investments to improve transit.
Development of the technical specifications was a collaboration led by CALSTART, a national non-profit, and Michigan DOT with significant contributions from Ohio DOT, Indiana DOT, Illinois DOT, Wisconsin DOT, Iowa DOT, and four Michigan Transit Agencies.
As the industry landscape changes with new technology innovations in propulsion systems, software developments, and what “transit service” means, another aspect of the overall ecosystem has evolved: contract purchasing of zero-emission buses.
Preliminary projections from state DOTs show at least a 30% decline in transportation revenues on average for the next 18 months.
Interactive map touts transit projects that reduce travel times, improve safety, protect the environment, and boost the economy.
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