Public transportation is meant to be the lifeline of a community, a system that connects people to opportunity, reduces barriers, and strengthens social and economic mobility. But for millions of Americans, transit is still difficult to use. Steps, wheelchair lifts, narrow entries, and cramped interiors continue to hinder seniors, wheelchair users, riders with mobility […]
Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry Secretary Nancy A. Walker recently visited Pennsylvania College of Technology’s Schneebeli Earth Science Center to observe a $600,000 investment in action. An employee of rabbittransit and a participant of Penn College Workforce Development’s Bus Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship demonstrates what he has learned, as Secretary Nancy A. Walker, Pennsylvania […]
Today, Daimler Coaches North America (DCNA) inaugurated its new U.S. headquarters in Jacksonville, Florida. DCNA is a subsidiary of Daimler Buses, the bus division of Daimler Truck AG. The new facility, spanning more than 43,000 square feet, includes pre-delivery inspection, a large repair, maintenance and service center, an administrative building, and a dedicated training and […]
Every year for more than a decade, the coveted BUSRide Good Stewardship Award has recognized one individual who is considered an ambassador; a dedicated professional who not only provides the highest level of customer service, but who also helps guide the industry forward as a champion of ethics, strong values, safety, operational excellence, and unparalleled leadership. BUSRide, in […]
Placer County took a significant step towards its long-term transit fleet modernization goals following approval from the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday to purchase 16 new public transit buses, including four electric buses for the Truckee-Tahoe region. The buses will enhance service reliability, reduce vehicle emissions, increase fleet sustainability and support continued service growth […]
The Redding Area Bus Authority (RABA) is proud to announce that its entire 16 diesel-bus fleet will now operate using a B20 biodiesel blend through its regular fueling program. This transition marks a significant step in RABA’s continued commitment to sustainability, cleaner air, and responsible environmental stewardship in Shasta County. B20, a blend of […]
NJ TRANSIT is taking the next major step in advancing the extension of the Secaucus-Meadowlands Transitway, which, when complete, will provide environmentally friendly transit access between the Meadowlands Sports and Entertainment Complex, Secaucus Junction and Jersey City. Today, the NJ TRANSIT Board of Directors approved $22.2 million, plus 10% for contingencies, to complete the […]
Beginning Dec. 15, Citilink will enhance paratransit service through a new partnership with Via, a nationally experienced provider of specialized transportation operations and technology. Via will operate all Citilink Access and Access Plus services for Citilink. The partnership is designed to strengthen the long-term reliability, staffing stability, and overall rider experience of the community’s […]
NJ TRANSIT is taking the next major step in advancing the extension of the Secaucus-Meadowlands Transitway, which, when complete, will provide environmentally friendly transit access between the Meadowlands Sports and Entertainment Complex, Secaucus Junction and Jersey City. Today, the NJ TRANSIT Board of Directors approved $22.2 million, plus 10% for contingencies, to complete the […]
The Redding Area Bus Authority (RABA) is proud to announce that its entire 16 diesel-bus fleet will now operate using a B20 biodiesel blend through its regular fueling program. This transition marks a significant step in RABA’s continued commitment to sustainability, cleaner air, and responsible environmental stewardship in Shasta County. B20, a blend of […]