By Elliott Carson, Founder, Spring Bird A sideswipe that twists the frame. A battery fire in the lower bay. A street collision during peak service. These moments don’t just disrupt operations — they create sudden, high-stakes decisions. Do we repair? Replace? Or pause and reassess? Not every incident demands a new vehicle. And […]
for Intercity Buses in Northeast as Amtrak Competition Grows “Intercity buses and trains are fiercely competing for price-sensitive travelers in the Northeast, significantly changing the competitive landscape,” according to Brian Antolin, an intercity bus expert at New York-based CoTo Travel. FlixBus, Peter Pan, and other bus lines have ramped up their service, including […]
As I write this article in early April, the Dow has experienced another turbulent Monday following last week’s losses. This downturn has led to a decline of nearly 10 percent since the beginning of 2025, with other indices reflecting similar trends. Several factors may contribute to this recent sell-off. Still, a key catalyst is […]
NFI Group Inc. (NFI), a leader in propulsion-agnostic bus and coach mobility solutions, today announced further leadership changes as part of Project Focus, a strategic initiative designed to focus on quality and enhance operational excellence in NFI’s North American bus and coach manufacturing operations. Project Focus saw the re-establishment of MCI as a distinct business […]
ElDorado National California Inc. (ENC), a U.S.-based transit bus manufacturer and subsidiary of Rivaz Inc., today announced that it will restart bus production and customer deliveries over the coming weeks, following operational ramp-up under new ownership. The restart follows a temporary pause in late 2024 during an ownership transition, and a subsequent strengthening of its […]
The Victor Valley College Foundation is proud to accept the donation of four retired buses from Victor Valley Transit Authority (VVTA) for use in Victor Valley College programs (VVC). The buses were presented by VVTA Procurement Specialist Andrea McDonald and accepted by Foundation President Kirsten Acosta, alongside VVTA CEO Nancie Goff, Director of Operations Rod […]
Hotard Coaches proudly celebrates 90 years of delivering safe, reliable, and customer-focused transportation this year. Since its founding in 1935, Hotard has grown from a local bus company into a leader in motorcoach travel as part of All Aboard America Holdings, which is owned by Kelsian Group. The focus has been on serving communities with […]
Motor Coach Industries (MCI), a subsidiary of NFI Group Inc. (NFI) and North America’s motorcoach leader, offering in-field technical expertise, 24/7 roadside assistance, and parts support, today announced that Phil Wellington has joined MCI as Regional Account Manager–Financial Services, taking over for recent retiree David Johnson. Phil brings more than 15 years of prior financing experience […]
Luminator Technology Group (Luminator) is pleased to announce that they will be exhibiting at the 2025 APTA Mobility Conference, taking place in Austin, TX, on April 8th. You can find Luminator at booth 303, where they will be showcasing their latest advancements in mobility technology. As the global market continues to evolve, Luminator is dedicated […]
ABC Companies recently welcomed Congressman Maxwell Frost, a strong advocate for transportation innovation and sustainability, to discuss public transit accessibility and fleet electrification in Central Florida. Through his leadership on key congressional committees, Congressman Frost is working to advance transportation infrastructure, energy policy, and environmental initiatives—efforts closely align with ABC Companies’ commitment from low […]