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 […]
For over 50 years the Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky (TANK) has prioritized accessibility and ease of use for its ridership. Serving the Northern Kentucky region, including Boone, Campbell and Kenton counties, TANK has embarked on a transformative journey through the adoption of Avail Technologies’ computer-aided dispatch, automatic vehicle location solution (CAD/AVL). This partnership […]
What every transit maintenance manager should know By Halsey King, SAE, NTEA, MSMBA The Times, They Are A-Changin’ As we look to the future of transit systems, it’s essential to understand the rapid advancements in motive power technology. Many of us can recall the significant changes in motive power over the years, from the […]
Serving more than three million rides across nearly 5.5 million miles, the Corpus Christi Regional Transportation Authority (CCRTA) provides safe and accessible transportation to more than ten metropolitan and rural communities within an 846-square-mile area in South Texas. Based in Corpus Christi, along the South Texas Gulf Coast, CCRTA has been responsive to infrastructure […]
By Emma Green Founded in 1907 and based in Jamaica, New York, Rosco Vision is one of North America’s leading suppliers of backup camera systems, mirrors, video recording, sensor products, collision avoidance systems and other vision safety solutions to the worldwide commercial vehicle market. As a developer and manufacturer of vision safety systems for all […]
Why Implementing MaaS is About Much More than An App Everyone is talking about Mobility as a Service (MaaS) as the “holy grail” transportation solution where passengers can choose from several transit options, make choices in real-time, and pay for them—all in one app. This sentiment holds true on so many levels; however, MaaS is […]
Enterprise-level turns campus-level as major universities across the country expand their fleets and solutions By Emma Green How can building an effective government fleet safety program help to ensure that vehicles are safe to operate? It starts with implementing a comprehensive program that includes GPS tracking, in-cab smart cameras, and analytics dashboards that allow fleet […]
Coverage from the BUSRide-sponsored panel at the Busworld Digital Summit, curated and moderated by Tim Ammon By Emma Green Friday, June 4, BUSRide sponsored a session at the 2021 Busworld Digital Summit, focused on the impact of digitalization on the school bus industry, the services provided, and the operations and profitability of the providers. The […]
The largest municipalities in the country frequently call on NEBR to outsource their collision repair, remanufacturing or refurbishment needs when the extent of the damage or work scope exceeds the capabilities of their facility. Operators need to be mindful and avoid undertaking a repair that might exceed their area of expertise and not attempt to […]
When it comes to evaluating the potential advantages and disadvantages of transit vehicle refurbishment versus new vehicle acquisition, there are many cost-benefit analyses to consider. Often, larger agencies are involved in a combination of both the purchase of new vehicles and the remanufacturing of their legacy fleets. One of the benefits of introducing new vehicles […]