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TESCO acquires Great Lakes Coach

Transportation Equipment Sales Corporation (TESCO) recently acquired Michigan bus distributor Great Lakes Coach.

Study: Volatile gas prices point to rise in public transit use

The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) and Building America’s Future (BAF) today released a study predicting that record numbers of Americans will turn to public transportation as a cost-cutting measure in the face of volatile gas prices.

Las Vegas opens Bus Rapid Transit line servicing Valley, Strip

Federal Transit Administrator Peter Rogoff applauded Nevada officials today for the opening of the Sahara Express Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line.

Cubic, UC San Diego to collaborate on Next Generation Intelligent Travel Research

Cubic and the Jacobs School of Engineering at the University of California San Diego have entered into a collaborative partnership to research the next generation of intelligent travel technologies for cities.

ABA board receives Shuster update on H.R.7

Pennsylvania Congressman Bill Shuster updated the American Bus Association board of directors this week on the transportation reauthorization bill.

Murillo wins fourth International Bus Roadeo title

Capital Metro Bus Operator Arthur Murillo has been named Best Bus Operator in North America for his precise driving skills, safety and professionalism.

APTA report: Transit riders save big on gas, parking

APTA’s May Transit Savings Report found that commuters who ride public transit instead of driving can save $823 this month and $9,880 annually.

Dallas Area Rapid Transit best at 2012 International Bus Roadeo

Dallas Area Rapid Transit won the Grand Champion Award at the 37th International Bus Roadeo during APTA’s Bus and Paratransit Conference in Long Beach, CA this week.

Alabama enacts ban on texting while driving

Alabama became the 38th state Tuesday to prohibit text messaging by all drivers. The new law signed by Governor Robert Bentley takes effect Aug. 1.

Mini-hybrid buses make Cincinnati debut

Metro’s first five new “mini-hybrid” buses will go into service this week.