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 […]
EMBARK will observe National Transit Employee Appreciation Day on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, and encourages public recognition of its dedicated workforce. National Transit Employee Appreciation Day, traditionally observed on March 18, commemorates the establishment of the first “Five Penny Coaches” bus line in Paris, France, in 1662. Transit organizations globally acknowledge the historical significance of […]
New Flyer of America Inc., a subsidiary of NFI Group Inc. and a leader in zero-emission electric mobility solutions, announces new firm orders from the Maryland Transit Administration for a total of 117 buses (127 equivalent units or EU’s). These awards consist of: 50 Xcelsior® 40-foot hybrid-electric buses (50 EUs) and 20 Xcelsior CHARGE NG™ 40-foot battery-electric buses (20 EUs) […]
On March 11, 2025, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) issued a memo to state transportation agencies calling for a review of all competitive grant programs and awards. In some instances, this can include a project-by-project review. The memo applies to competitive grant selections made after January 20, 2021 (FY 2022 – FY 2025) that […]