The Capital Area Transit System (CATS) in Baton Rouge has embarked on a transformative journey by adopting Avail Technologies’ CAD/AVL system. This partnership is part of CATS’ broader strategy to improve service efficiency, enhance communication, and elevate the overall rider experience in Louisiana’s capital city. By integrating cutting-edge technology, CATS is redefining its operational processes […]
Transit buses play a crucial role in providing efficient and reliable transportation for millions of Americans. Ensuring the safety and security of passengers is of the utmost importance. Transit bus operators strive to create a safe environment for all riders. Battery-electric transit buses, such as those manufactured by RIDE (Real Innovation Delivered with Excellence), […]
In a time when technology seems to be changing at an extremely fast pace, we as an industry should stop and reflect on what this means to public transit. It seems that every day a new vendor pops up with the latest in passenger information system, scheduling software, passenger counters, maintenance software, etc. By Harry […]
Operators face a big decision each time one of their fleet vehicles is involved in a road accident. They must decide if they will repair the collision vehicle themselves or outsource the service. If it’s a small collision repair, then it may perfectly make sense to do it themselves. Many operators are lucky enough to […]
At ABC Companies, service excellence is not just a promise—it’s a standard. With a comprehensive range of capabilities from basic maintenance to advanced refurbishment, ABC Companies stands out as a leader in the industry. The organization’s commitment to quality is evident in every aspect of its operations, from the advanced training of its technicians […]
Since 2009, TSI Video has prided itself for being the only onboard video surveillance vendor to focus specifically on the public transit industry in North America. Designed specifically for transit, the company has developed a lineup of cameras, recorders, and software that helps keep drivers and passengers safe – and keeps transit agencies protected […]
As part of Kiel Group, Kiel Americas has been providing seating solutions for the North American mass transportation industry since 2009. Kiel Americas employs approximately 150 employees and has full R&D and manufacturing capabilities at its facility located in Bellwood, Illinois. The Kiel Group was founded by Franz Kiel in the Dusseldorf area of […]
By working closely with Vontas, Fresno Area Express (FAX) successfully implemented a CAD/AVL solution that met the needs of their ridership, providing them with new capabilities that were not possible with their legacy hardware. Fresno Area Express dates all the way back to 1889 when it was powered by horses. They’ve been active throughout the […]
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) dramatically improved access by establishing the minimum legal requirements governing access, but not safety. Even though the ADA improved access, it is not guaranteed to meet all the transportation needs of all persons with disabilities, all the time. Of course, nothing in the ADA prohibits an agency from […]
Born from the vision that transportation in the cutaway sized class should be better in every way, the Low Floor Frontrunner is an exposition of the new standard for fuel economy, convenience, safety, durability and passenger comfort that Frontrunner Bus has worked toward since 1988. With a score of 91 percent at the Altoona […]