Haldex, a leading global manufacturer of air brake systems for trucks, trailers, and buses is proud to announce its sponsorship of the Missouri S&T Formula SAE Racing Team. The United States Senate’s, Special Committee on Aging, released a report in December of 2017 stating, “America’s labor force is aging” and by 2026 the number of […]
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) customers in Rowlett can now book an UberPool shared ride in addition to GoLink trips using GoPass®, DART’s all-in-one travel tool. In the Rowlett GoLink zone, customers have a choice of either a GoLink shuttle or an UberPool vehicle for running errands, heading to the office or connecting to DART […]
PRO-VISION® Video Systems, a leader in mobile video technology and software, recently announced the release of its new integrated stop-arm camera system that automatically captures video evidence of vehicles that illegally pass stopped school buses. Integrated with the PRO-VISION® Solid-State High Definition School Bus Video System, the new stop-arm camera features dual-lens technology in a […]
Prevost recently announced Marcus Griffin, an experienced bus industry professional based in Texas, has joined the company as a pre-owned coach regional sales manager. Marcus’ territory will include Texas, Colorado, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas and New Mexico. He will additionally cover Puerto Rico. “We are thrilled to have Marcus on board with us,” Guillaume Charron, […]
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) recently issued advance notices of proposed rulemaking on the removal of unnecessary regulatory barriers to the safe introduction of automated driving systems (ADS) vehicles in the United States. NHTSA and FMCSA are seeking comments at this stage […]
NFI Group Inc. (NFI) today announced that it has acquired Alexander Dennis Limited (ADL), one of the world’s leading independent bus and coach manufacturers and the number one global producer of double deck buses, for a total transaction value of £320 million on a cash-free, debt-free basis, subject to certain adjustments. All amounts in this […]
Recognizing public transit systems with top safety and security programs in North America The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) announced the winners of the 2019 Bus Safety & Security Excellence Awards at the annual APTA Mobility Conference in Louisville, Kentucky. The winning public transit systems were presented their awards by APTA Chair David M. Stackrow […]
Proterra combines pioneering battery and charging systems with turnkey approach to infrastructure installation, energy optimization and innovative financing models Proterra, a leading innovator in heavy-duty electric transportation, recently announced the launch of Proterra Energy™ fleet solutions, a full suite of options that enable turnkey delivery of a complete energy ecosystem for heavy-duty electric fleets, including […]
AC Transit won the 2019 Grand Champion Award, recognizing the system with the highest combined bus operator and maintenance team score. The Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District took the top spot this year and was crowned the Grand Champion at the American Public Transportation Association’s (APTA) 44th Annual International Bus Roadeo. A total of 78 operators […]
Stertil-Koni, the leader in heavy-duty vehicle lifts — notably bus lifts and truck lifts — has announced that Doug Frakes has joined the company as an operations specialist. He will succeed Paul Marks, who announced his retirement from Stertil-Koni after 21 years of focused, dedicated and exceptional service to the company. In his new post, Frakes will work […]