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Power, consolidated: 5 benefits of combining telematics with ELDs

The ELD rule, or the electronic logging device rule, goes into effect December 2017. While new mandates are rarely welcome, smart carriers can turn a headache into an opportunity by implementing a platform approach that solves their ELD and telematics solutions. Such an approach offers 5 key benefits: 1: Hours of service (HOS) compliance: By […]

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Seon Launches New Line of High-Definition Surveillance Systems

The TH Series features hybrid technology to support existing standard definition cameras Seon, Coquitlam, BC, announced the launch of its new line of high-definition (HD) hybrid video surveillance systems which includes the TH6, TH4 and TH4C Hybrid DVRs, and the HD3 and HD1 series high-definition interior dome and outdoor wedge cameras.  These hybrid systems are specifically […]

ABA statement on White House proposal to eliminate Brand USA

The American Bus Association (ABA) released the following statement on President Donald Trump’s proposal to eliminate Brand USA, the designated marketing organization for the United States, in his FY 2018 budget proposal: “We find the Administration’s decision to discontinue funding of Brand USA to be short-sighted,” said ABA President & CEO Peter Pantuso. “This proposal, […]

Phoenix names new bus rapid transit administrator

  The city of Phoenix’s Public Transit Department has recently added an administrator to introduce bus rapid transit (BRT) under the city’s voter-approved Phoenix Transportation 2050 plan (T2050). Mike James joins the department as the city’s first BRT Administrator, after having spent the last four and a half years planning and managing rail and transit […]

How to prepare an ELD compliance rollout plan

On December 18, 2017, the Electronic Logging Device (ELD) mandate will take full effect. This mandate aims to make it “faster and easier to accurately track, manage and share records of duty status (RODS) data.” It applies to interstate operators, hazmat carriers, vehicles weighing 10,000 pounds or more, and most fleets using RODS. If the […]

Proterra launches new diagnostic tool and cold weather package for improved operational efficiency of battery-electric buses

On May 8, 2017, Proterra announced the addition of the Proterra Diagnostic Tool and the Proterra Cold Weather Package to their growing suite of products and services. The Diagnostic Tool is an industry first: the only diagnostic platform that allows technicians to access all vehicle systems in one place, with one intuitive interface.  A simple dashboard […]

REV Group and Ryder collaborate to provide new nationwide maintenance program for REV bus dealers & their customers

REV Group and Ryder Collaborate to Provide a New, Five-Star Nationwide Maintenance Program For REV Bus Dealers & Their Customers – REV Group REV Group announced today that it has established a new service partnership with Ryder System, Inc., a leader in commercial fleet management, dedicated transportation, and supply chain solutions. Under a Ryder SelectCare […]

APTA applauds introduction of fiscal year 2017 omnibus appropriations bill

The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) applauds Congress for completing negotiations on the fiscal year (FY) 2017 appropriations bill and including significant support for federal public transportation programs.  We urge Congress to pass this legislation expeditiously so it can be sent to President Trump for his signature. This appropriations bill would fully fund federal public […]

APTA announces 2017 Bus Safety & Security Excellence Awards

The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) announced the winners of the 2017 Bus Safety & Security Excellence Awards today at the opening session of the annual APTA Bus & Paratransit Conference in Reno, NV. “Congratulations to these public transportation systems for implementing successful, innovative safety and security programs that serve as a model to the […]

Luminator introduces full-color fine pitch outdoor sign system and high-brightness LED stairwell light

Luminator Technology Group (LTG) today introduced it’s full-color LED 5mm pitch stationary display sign system. Available in single or double-sided versions in NEMA 4X enclosures, this fine-pitch model is rugged, reliable, and impressively readable. Some of the key features of the display system include: Built-in audio broadcast capabilities for prerecorded and real-time messages. Text to […]