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Sportworks launches bicycle transport solution for Microtransit

Sportworks Global LLC (Sportworks) announces the addition of a new bike rack solution designed specifically for on-demand transit service. The Apex 1™ rack transports a single bicycle, offering a simple and streamlined solution for transit authorities operating smaller vehicles and for routes that require less bicycle capacity. “More transit authorities are moving toward offering flexible […]

Bendix Grant funds award-winning science program in Cleveland Metropolitan School District

There’s no thrill like discovery, and no inspiration like seeing it unfold in a future generation’s hands. To ignite these moments and generate students’ interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) subjects, Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems (Bendix) is proud to support the SAE Foundation’s A World In Motion® (AWIM®) STEM education program in the […]

Premiere of the Mercedes-Benz Tourrider in California

  Premiere for the new Mercedes-Benz Tourrider; a motorcoach specifically designed for the North American Market. Daimler Coaches North America is presenting two versions at the United Motorcoach Association (UMA) Motorcoach Expo in Long Beach, California. At the Long Beach Convention Center from 23 to 26 February 2022, the spotlight will be on the upmarket […]

Proterra announces appointment of automotive industry leader Roger Nielsen to its board of directors

Proterra Inc., a leading innovator in commercial vehicle electrification technology, today announced the appointment of Roger Nielsen to the company’s Board of Directors effective March 2, 2022. The company also announced that Jochen Goetz will be stepping down from the company’s board effective March 2, 2022 so that he may focus on his other professional […]

Intercity Bus Industry Shifts in Surprising Directions as the Pandemic Subsides

The latest installment of DePaul University’s annual outlook for intercity-bus travel describes an industry in the midst of metamorphosis as carriers debut new services amid growing optimism about the economic recovery underway, rising fuel prices, and the void left by the closure of BoltBus.  Competition on most major routes is again fierce, accentuated by expansions […]

Cummins to acquire Meritor

Cummins Inc. and Meritor, Inc. today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Cummins will acquire Meritor, a global leader of drivetrain, mobility, braking, aftermarket and electric powertrain solutions for commercial vehicle and industrial markets. Under the terms of the agreement, Cummins will pay $36.50 in cash per Meritor share, for a […]

ENC® announces first order of SIX AXESS® BATTERY ELECTRIC ZERO EMSSION BUSES

ElDorado National (California) or ENC, a subsidiary of REV Group® and an industry leader in heavy-duty transit buses and emission-free technology, announces the first order for six Axess Battery Electric Bus (BEB), to First Transit, the leader in university mobility solutions, for operation at Emory University in Atlanta. Emory University selected the ENC Axess BEB […]

Encore Luxury Coach Leasing acquires bus for sale property in Goodlettsville

  Justin Ward, Encore Luxury Coach Leasing CEO, announced the acquisition of 813 Louisville Highway in Goodlettsville, Tennessee, the property which has been the home of Bus For Sale for the past 16 years. As part of the acquisition, Bus For Sale will continue to occupy and maintain offices on the property, while Encore moves […]

The AACA Museum, Inc. reinvents the main gallery

  The AACA Museum Inc., a Smithsonian Affiliate, displays beautifully restored vehicles in life-like settings representing the 1890s–1980s. Recognized as one of the top automobile museums in America, the Museum takes visitors on a cross-country journey from New York to San Francisco. In addition to cars, trucks, motorcycles, and buses, the Museum features unique exhibits […]

BAE Systems to provide electric drive systems for Philadelphia’s new fleet of zero-emission capable hybrid buses

  BAE Systems, a leader in electric propulsion, has been selected by the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) to supply up to 340 electric drive systems for its new fleet of low emission transit buses. BAE Systems will provide 220 electric drive systems to New Flyer of America Inc., with an option for 120 additional […]