This week the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) published a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to apply for $1 billion in Fiscal Year 2020 discretionary grant funding through the Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Transportation Discretionary Grants program. “BUILD grants will upgrade infrastructure across America, making our transportation systems safer and more efficient,” […]
PRO-VISION® Video Systems, an industry leader in mobile video technology, recently announced it is now an approved vendor for school bus safety solutions in the state of Florida. Schools in Florida now have another option for outfitting their fleets with PRO-VISION® safety solutions after PRO-VISION® was approved for inclusion on Florida Department of Education Contract ITB 2020-16. Through […]
The National Transit Institute (NTI) recently announced the next Transit Maintenance Leadership Workshop, which will be held May 4-8, 2020 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Targeting senior-level transit maintenance professionals, the workshop curriculum will support the development of leadership skills, explore strategic maintenance planning, facilitate the sharing of best practices, and build a network of transit maintenance professionals. […]
Rotary’s recently unveiled its new ARO22 Alignment Lift, now making it easier for shops to service a wider range of vehicles. This lift is one of the highest capacity, open-front alignment lifts on the market and can handle everything from passenger vehicles to larger work trucks. The alignment-ready lift has a 26-inch-wide platform runway with 40-inch […]
Stertil-Koni, the leader in heavy-duty bus lifts and truck lifts, recently unveiled a comprehensive new full color catalog showcasing the company’s award-winning portfolio of heavy-duty vehicle lifts, accessories and shop equipment. Available in both print and digital formats, the new catalog builds on Stertil-Koni’s established reputation for designing and producing heavy-duty vehicle lifting systems — and related equipment — with […]
Trans-Bridge Lines is investigating a fire that occurred with one of its Eastbound buses. The incident took place on Route 78 East in New Jersey at approimately 6:54 a.m. The Trans-Bridge Lines management staff are en route to the scene. All passengers and the driver were evacuated, and no injuries were reported. Other Trans-Bridge Lines […]
PERC to add $5 donation to a U.S. non-profit for every token added to prize machine in its booth, No. 5591 The Propane Education & Research Council invites fleet owners and managers to visit its booth (No. 5591) during the NTEA Work Truck Show from March 3-6 in Indianapolis. Attendees can help the council raise awareness […]
Complete Coach Works (CCW) recently announced it has launched a newly redesigned website for its ZEPS all-electric drive system: zepsdrive.com. The website is positioned to be a leading source for sustainable, economical solutions available for transit agencies looking to start an electric fleet. The website represents the next chapter in CCW’s industry-leading technologies. ZEPS is […]
New Flyer of America Inc. recently announced that New Flyer has been selected by the Oregon State Government as an approved supplier of heavy-duty low-floor transit buses to the State of Oregon Heavy-Duty Transit Bus Price Agreement. The agreement was procured through the Oregon State Department of Transportation (ODOT) in collaboration with the Oregon Department […]
Q’STRAINT/Sure-Lok, an industry-leading wheelchair securement manufacturer, announces a strategic partnership involving trade show promotions with All Wheels Up, a non-profit advocacy group that promotes airline wheelchair securement. “We are dedicated to making safety accessible both on the ground and in the air through this strategic partnership with Q’STRAINT,” said Michelle Erwin, Founder of All Wheels Up. […]