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DOT announces immediate action to target higher risk passenger carriers

U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood and FMCSA Administrator Anne Ferro announced a safety crackdown that will focus on high-risk motorcoach companies.

FMCSA orders immediate shut-down of Scapadas Magicas

The FMCSA has ordered Scapadas Magicas LLC to immediately cease operations, and declared the carrier to be an imminent hazard to public safety.

U.S. Transportation Secretary LaHood says he won't serve second term

LaHood says he plans to stay until a successor is confirmed.

FMCSA orders two drivers to cease U.S. operations

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s FMCSA has declared two drivers employed by Mi Joo Tour & Travel to be imminent hazards to public safety.

FMCSA orders Mi Joo Tour & Travel to cease U.S. operations

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s FMCSA has ordered the Canadian bus company, Mi Joo Tour & Travel to cease U.S. operations.

DOT announces updates to FMCSA motorcoach safety plan

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s FMCSA updated its safety plan last week by making it easier for consumers to file complaints about unsafe companies and drivers.

FMCSA implements CSA changes

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration this week implemented 11 changes to its Safety Measurement System.

DOT agrees to audit CSA system after congressional request

The Department of Transportation has agreed to audit the FMCSA’s Compliance, Safety, Accountability system after concerns were raised by legislators.

DOT awards major Busway contract as DEEP permit is approved

With the approval by the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) of a wetlands permit for the New Britain-Hartford Busway, the Department of Transportation (DOT) today awarded the largest of the construction contracts to build the 9.4 mile bus rapid transit project.