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MCTS boasts highest-rated transit tracking and ticketing app in North America

The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced this week that the Ride MCTS app is now the highest-rated customized transit tracking and mobile ticketing app in North America. In less than two years, the app has been downloaded more than 100,000 times, received thousands of positive reviews and achieved an average rating of 4.8 out […]

Q’STRAINT/Sure-Lok Announces the Winner of its Inaugural Q’MANITARIAN Award

Q’STRAINT/Sure-Lok is pleased to announce that Dan Allison, a highly acclaimed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) and Driving Specialist at the Shepherd Center, which U.S. News and World Report ranks among the top 10 rehabilitation hospitals in the nation, won the company’s inaugural Q’MANITARIAN Award. “At Q’STRAINT, we believe it takes a special type of person to work in the transportation […]

MCI kicks off electric with its D45 CRTe LE CHARGE and electric FlixBus demonstration in San Francisco, California

Motor Coach Industries (MCI), a U.S. subsidiary of NFI Group Inc., (“NFI”), one of the world’s largest independent global bus manufacturers, is making history in California with a statewide tour of its first all-electric over-the-road coach—the groundbreaking MCI D45 CRTe LE CHARGE, designed for long-range express routes and improved accessibility. “Over the next three months, […]

AMF-Bruns Announces Winner of 2nd Annual National Special-Needs School Bus Driver of the Year Award

AMF-Bruns of America, global leader in wheelchair & occupant securements is pleased to announce Freddie Phillips, Special-Needs Bus Driver, as the winner of the2nd annual AMF-Bruns National Special-Needs School Bus Driver of the Year Award. He works for East Baton Rouge (EBR) Parish Schools in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In addition to his responsibilities as a […]

BYD to Highlight Zero Emission Technology at Fresno Conference

Build Your Dreams (BYD) will promote zero emission technology at the Fresno Regional Transportation Innovations Summit, serving as a sponsor and displaying its K9S battery-electric bus at the event. The event showcases the latest in advanced, clean transportation technology and brings together businesses and individuals that have invested in new technologies. “As the leader in […]

Tough Meets Attractive: Koro-Trans® Astra Flor® Helps You Put Your Best Foot Forward with Better Looking, Safer Flooring

No longer do you have to settle for slip-resistant flooring from overseas manufacturers at higher prices. Profusion – the leader in school bus flooring for more than 25 years – pairs the rugged quality expected by school fleets with the attractive options desired by commercial and public transit fleets in its Astra Flor® line of […]

Jefferson Lines Notice for RFP: Over-the-road bus refurbishment

NOTICE FOR REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) Jefferson Lines 2100 East 26th Street Minneapolis, MN 55404 Submit to Cem Onbasi                                                                   Proposal No. 1016-2019 Date […]

Valley Metro awards MCI 5-year contract for 50 MCI D45 CRT LE and D45 CRT Coaches

Motor Coach Industries (MCI), a U.S. subsidiary of NFI Group Inc., today announced a five-year contract for up to 50 MCI D45 CRT LE and D45 CRT Commuter Rapid Transit coaches from Valley Metro. The contract begins with an initial order for four (4) MCI D45 CRT LE coaches, scheduled for delivery in summer 2020. […]

Saskatoon Transit undergoes a culture change, while automating, optimizing its payroll process

It is no surprise that transit agencies are constantly evaluating where they can shift from manual to automated processes,saving time, money and ultimately improving their transit service for a better customer experience. But what happens when you have implemented a technology but do not stay up-to-date on upgrades, leverage new features, or teach new staff […]

AMF-Bruns: Need Help Finding North America’s Special-Needs Bus Driver of the Year

AMF-Bruns of America is pleased to announce the 2nd annual National Special-Needs School Bus Driver Of The Year Award. We are looking for the special-needs bus driver who has distinguished themselves through special accomplishments, meritorious & heroic acts, and innovations to improve their jobs. The winner receives a $1,000 check! Trained drivers play a critical […]