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Merrimack Valley Transit Revolutionizes Accessible Transit with the Low-Floor Frontrunner

  Located in the northeastern corner of Massachusetts and serving a population of approximately 400,000, Merrimack Valley Transit (MeVa) is responsible for providing reliable and accessible transit options across 16 cities and towns ranging from densely populated former mill cities like Lawrence and Haverhill in the western part of the district, to the seacoast in […]

Warranty Confidence: What Buyers Should Know When Purchasing Shuttle Buses

  Purchasing a shuttle bus isn’t just about specs or passenger capacity; it’s about ensuring predictable costs, safe operations, and long-term peace of mind. At the center of that guarantee is one critical factor buyers often overlook: the warranty. For many buyers, warranty terms can be the difference between predictable operating costs and unexpected financial […]

100 Years on the Move: The ABA Story

  By Ben H. Rome, Director of Communications & Brand for the American Bus Association Ahundred years ago, buses didn’t just connect towns—they connected people. And that’s where the story of the American Bus Association (ABA) begins: not with boardrooms or branding, but with a handful of independent bus operators gathered in Washington, D.C., in […]

Effective Strategies for Seasonal Bus Care and Maintenance

  Presented by Northeastern Bus Rebuilders Managing a bus fleet is like running a small city on wheels—it’s constantly in motion, with hundreds or even thousands of moving parts that need to work in harmony. From engines and brakes to HVAC systems and tires, every component plays a crucial role in keeping your fleet safe, […]

The Broker–Operator Relationship: A Conversation with BusBank’s Harald Kruse

A candid discussion on how operators can navigate margins, payments, and brand perception when working with brokers and other intermediaries. By Brian Dickson To explore these concerns from another perspective, I sat down with Harald Kruse, CEO of Global Charter Services, the parent company of BusBank. Harald has been working to position BusBank as more […]

Prevost Releases Centennial Photographic Chronicle: Prevost Buses: 1924–2024 Photos Archive

Prevost is proud to announce the release of a richly updated photographic chronicle celebrating a century of excellence in motorcoach innovation: Prevost Buses: 1924–2024 Photos Archive. Originally authored by renowned transit historian William Luke, the new edition expands upon his iconic work, Prevost Buses: 1924–2002, published over two decades ago. This updated volume honors Prevost’s […]

Transdev Celebrates Heroic Actions of Milwaukee Streetcar Operator Trainee in Special Recognition Ceremony

Transdev, proud operator of The Hop, Milwaukee’s streetcar system, joined the City of Milwaukee to recognize the extraordinary bravery of one of its own. Streetcar operator trainee, Charlet Simmon, is being honored after stepping in to protect a woman and her small ADA-certified service dog during a sudden and frightening dog attack near the Burns […]

Trump Administration Implements Tariffs on Truck and Bus Imports

On Friday, President Donald J. Trump signed a Proclamation invoking Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 (Act) to impose tariffs on imports of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles and parts, and buses, to bolster American industry and protect national security. A 25% duty will be applied to all imported medium- and heavy-duty trucks […]

Gray Line Tennessee named 2025 IMG Operator of the Year

Gray Line Tennessee was recently honored with the International Motorcoach Group (IMG) Operator of the Year Award during the Group’s Annual Strategic Alliance Meeting, held in Richmond, VA. “This recognition reflects the dedication, hard work, and passion of every single member of the Gray Line Tennessee team,” Chuck Abbott, CEO and President of Gray Line Tennessee, […]

Rochester’s Regional Transit Service Launches Open Payments with Masabi, Allowing Riders to Pay with a Tap of a Mobile Wallet or Contactless Credit or Debit Card

Regional Transit Service (RTS), the largest subsidiary of Rochester-Genesee Regional Transportation Authority (RGRTA), and Masabi, the global leader in enterprise-grade SaaS fare collection for public transit, today announced the launch of Open Payments across the RTS network. Riders can now tap a contactless Visa or Mastercard credit or debit card or a mobile wallet like […]