NTSB study points a finger, stirs debate
The hottest industry news this week is the release of the findings of a six-month report by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) regarding curbside motorcoach safety.
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MTA launches AutoLoad system
Maryland Transit Authority customers can now purchase cash value and pass products over the Internet for their CharmCard through the agency’s new AutoLoad program.
NTSB Report: Curbside carriers difficult to police
A six-month study on curbside motorcoach safety by the National Transportation Safety Board shows the rapid growth of curbside carriers poses challenges for assuring passenger safety.
MCI names Rush Truck Center as new Nashville service provider
The Rush Truck Center Nashville in Smyrna, TN has been named as a new MCI service center.
Melaniphy officially takes APTA reins today
Tuesday is Michael P. Melaniphy first day on the job as the new president and CEO of the American Public Transportation Association.
$19.1M earmarked for Milwaukee Express Bus Routes…but
Milwaukee County will receive $19.1 million in federal funds for three of its Express Bus Routes, but even the new influx of money could leave some residents short on service, according to a budget proposal by a county executive.
NY bus inspections remove more than 100 drivers from road
Recent surprise bus inspections by New York’s Department of Transportation have led to more than 100 drivers being removed from road.
Hampton Roads Transit: Taxis for paratransit pickups
To keep service costs under control, beginning in December Hampton Roads Transit will utilize taxicabs about 40 percent of the time to pickup its Handi-Ride curb-to-curb service for disabled people.
Among cuts, RTD retains some service for blind riders
A last-minute amendment has saved a portion of transit service blind students at a Littleton, CO school.
VIA receives $6M for improvements
The Federal Transportation Administration has awarded $6 million in grants to San Antonio-based VIA Metropolitan Transit to pay for improvements to facilities and to extend the agency’s bus rapid transit line.