Placer County took a significant step towards its long-term transit fleet modernization goals following approval from the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday to purchase 16 new public transit buses, including four electric buses for the Truckee-Tahoe region. The buses will enhance service reliability, reduce vehicle emissions, increase fleet sustainability and support continued service growth […]
The Redding Area Bus Authority (RABA) is proud to announce that its entire 16 diesel-bus fleet will now operate using a B20 biodiesel blend through its regular fueling program. This transition marks a significant step in RABA’s continued commitment to sustainability, cleaner air, and responsible environmental stewardship in Shasta County. B20, a blend of […]
NJ TRANSIT is taking the next major step in advancing the extension of the Secaucus-Meadowlands Transitway, which, when complete, will provide environmentally friendly transit access between the Meadowlands Sports and Entertainment Complex, Secaucus Junction and Jersey City. Today, the NJ TRANSIT Board of Directors approved $22.2 million, plus 10% for contingencies, to complete the […]
A Year in Motion: Reflections, Transitions, and the Road Ahead Dear readers of BUSRide – It is an absolute pleasure to welcome you to our publication as we usher in a new year. Our December / January cover story highlights ABC Companies’ decades-long commitment to listening to operators and building partnerships that help fleets stay […]
Beginning Dec. 15, Citilink will enhance paratransit service through a new partnership with Via, a nationally experienced provider of specialized transportation operations and technology. Via will operate all Citilink Access and Access Plus services for Citilink. The partnership is designed to strengthen the long-term reliability, staffing stability, and overall rider experience of the community’s […]
NJ TRANSIT is taking the next major step in advancing the extension of the Secaucus-Meadowlands Transitway, which, when complete, will provide environmentally friendly transit access between the Meadowlands Sports and Entertainment Complex, Secaucus Junction and Jersey City. Today, the NJ TRANSIT Board of Directors approved $22.2 million, plus 10% for contingencies, to complete the […]
The Redding Area Bus Authority (RABA) is proud to announce that its entire 16 diesel-bus fleet will now operate using a B20 biodiesel blend through its regular fueling program. This transition marks a significant step in RABA’s continued commitment to sustainability, cleaner air, and responsible environmental stewardship in Shasta County. B20, a blend of […]
Beginning Dec. 15, Citilink will enhance paratransit service through a new partnership with Via, a nationally experienced provider of specialized transportation operations and technology. Via will operate all Citilink Access and Access Plus services for Citilink. The partnership is designed to strengthen the long-term reliability, staffing stability, and overall rider experience of the community’s essential […]
Seven employees were recently honored during STAR Transit’s Annual Bus Roadeo and Employee Awards Luncheon. Ted Crouch was named the 2025 Employee of the Year, and TD Youngblood received the 2025 Driver of the Year award. Nominees for Driver of the Year included Youngblood, Nola Martin, Unterrius Collier, and Joe Rauls. Youngblood, who has […]
The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) welcomed new Chief Operating Officer (COO) Alicia Walker to its leadership team today, joining COTA with more than 20 years of leadership experience in public transit, multimodal transportation, and large-scale operational management. At COTA, Walker oversees all aspects of service operations and customer care, including transportation and vehicle maintenance […]