APTA calls for papers for 2011 ‘Bus Roadeo’ event
The American Public Transportation Association is inviting its members to submit abstracts for participation in APTA’s Bus and Paratransit Conference & International Bus Roadeo.
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Kolodziej: EPA, DOT missing NG incentives in proposal
The president of Natural Gas Vehicle America is disappointed that the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Transportation have not included incentives for natural gas in its recently released proposal to reduce emissions and improve fuel efficiency.
The party rocks while the All Conference Coach rolls
Last fall before the annual Iowa-Iowa State football game, long-time Hawkeye supporter Bill Rieckhoff came up with an idea for a better tailgate party. He envisioned two large specialty motorcoaches each with extravagant amenities and painted in the school colors of the rival teams. He would park them side by side outside the Iowa University’s Kennick Stadium and entertain partying football fans.
EPA, DOT set new bus, truck emission standards
The nation’s first standards in reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and improving fuel efficiency in buses and heavy-duty trucks has been handed down by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Transportation.
MCI to host two November webinars
Operators considering adding new coaches to their fleets before the end of the year and wanting to save the environment will find two upcoming webinars of interest.
ABA teams with SSS for members-only program
The American Bus Association is partnering with Strategic Safety Solutions (SSS) to offer membership-only discounts to its members.
Motorcoach Council planning UMA Expo Silent Auction
The Motorcoach Council will conduct its first Get Motorcoachified Silent Auction at the UMA Expo in Tampa, FL on January 20 -22.
APTA: Using transit equals holiday season savings
According to the APTA, using the transit system can save an individual nearly $800 a month and over $9,000 a year.
Arizona tour bus crash kills two
A tour bus from Las Vegas crashed in northern Arizona Sunday morning, leaving two dead and others injured.
Fuel Cell-Powered buses introduced to Hartford fleet
Four fuel cell-powered hybrid-electric buses went into service Friday in Hartford, CT, all operated by Connecticut Transit.