January 2012 - Page 2 of 5 - BUSRide


CSA enforcement puts maintenance under the scope

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) CSA enforcement program is not just about the front office and the driver.

Future is bright for SunLine Transit Agency

This year marks a milestone for SunLine Transit Agency, as we celebrate our 35th anniversary.

The system works because of mutual respect

Southwest Transit, Eden Prairie, MN, serves the workforce and students who make the 30-mile run from Chaska, Shakopee and Eden Prairie into Minneapolis and the University of Minnesota.

Meet the new man at MCC

This past year industry leaders from both sides of the border wished Brian Crow well in his retirement after 27 years at the helm of Motor Coach Canada (MCC).

New growth for Alexander Dennis focuses on North America

The British market for city buses fell back badly in 2010, not just because of the global financial crisis, but also two of the major groups cut back heavily on their normal procurement of new vehicles.

CH Bus Sales and Temsa gel for 2012

The Temsa bus and motorcoach brands belong to Temsa Global and runs in more than 40 markets worldwide including Europe, North Africa and the Middle East.

Melaniphy praises President Obama for transportation investment focus

A day after President Obama’s State of the Union address, American Public Transportation Association President and CEO Michael Melaniphy applauded the President for what he called his “focus on investment in our nation’s transportation infrastructure.”

Outlook strong for North American travel

For many motorcoach operators and tour companies, 2011 saw a rebound in the tourism and travel business.

D.C. Metro considering clear shields to protect drivers

Washington, D.C. Metro is considering installing shields to protect its drivers from abusive and dangerous passengers.

International Trailways changes company name

International Trailways, Birmingham, AL, changed its company name to Vectour Group, LLC, effective Dec. 31, 2011.