MCI introduces 2013 J4500 coach
MCI, Schaumburg, IL, debuted the 2013 model of its J4500 coach, touting improved safety features and new style changes.
June 2012 - BUSRide
Lawmakers compromise on transportation bill
The Senate and House have negotiated a deal on a much-debated transportation reauthorization bill that’s expected to pass by week’s end.
Bipartisan transportation bill to be unveiled Wednesday
Sources on Capitol Hill say that a deal is completed to pass a much-debated transportation authorization bill that’s been stalled between the House and the Senate.
FMCSA announces results of 2012 Drug and Alcohol Inspection Strike Force
The FMCSA today announced that 287 commercial bus and truck drivers were removed from the roads as a result of the agency’s annual drug and alcohol strike force sweep.
Union notifies COTA of intent to strike
Transport Workers Union, representing COTA bus drivers and vehicle/facilities maintenance employees, filed a 10-day notice this week of its intent to strike.
Indian Trails, MDOT launch hearing loop technology
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and Indian Trails, Inc., have teamed up to install “hearing loop” technology on a fleet of 17 motorcoaches.
REI’s Ruback dies at 56
David Ruback, president of Radio Engineering Industries, Inc. (REI) died May 22 after losing a battle with pancreatic cancer. Ruback was 56.
Agencies ready for Thursday’s Dump the Pump Day
Thursday marks the Seventh annual Dump the Pump Day, where individuals are urged to leave their vehicles at home, save gas and use public transportation.
APTA: Using public transit saves $9,743 a year
According to the APTA June Transit Savings Report, individuals who ride public transportation instead of driving can save, on average, $812 this month and $9,743 annually.