By Ryan Lamb When paratransit operators’ interest and desire for low-floor accessible transit runs high, and “would if only they could” work them into the fleet, they are often hesitant to make the investment strictly as a matter of price. It’s a lot to pay to essentially carry the same number of passengers, they reason, […]
Travelers need current information communication Bus passengers need to know the current status of their trip information- when their bus will arrive at their stop/depot, what stops and connections are on their route, unexpected delays or emergencies due to traffic, weather, mechanical issues, accidents, etc. A passenger information system is no longer just a “nice […]
BUSRide recently spoke with various motorcoach providers to discover what after-sale support means to them, and how they ensure that they are fulfilling customer service needs. Panelists include: Duane Geiger – president and CEO – CH Bus Sales Kevin Dawson – vice president, parts sales & business development – Prevost Scott Robertson – director, product […]
By Paola Realpozo Until recently, transmitting operational data from vehicles to a central database was a matter of timing and necessity – buses leave for the day, collect data through various onboard sensors and applications, then offload the data to a back-office server upon returning to the garage via the local Wi-Fi network, when available. […]
Featuring all-new space and aesthetic considerations, MCI’s newest vehicle means exciting changes for operators and passengers In 2015, New Flyer Industries’ acquisition of Motor Coach Industries (MCI), triggered ambitious projects throughout the largest motor coach builder in North America, including landmark efforts by the MCI design and engineering team and BMW Designworks USA to […]
BUSRide spoke with experts in the transportation industry to hear their thoughts the rapidly approaching deadline for motorcoach operators to install Electronic Logging Devices (ELD) on December 18, 2017. This roundtable discussion featured the following panelists: Chris Nelson – vice president – ISE Fleet Services Fred Fakkema – vice president, compliance – Zonar Systems James […]
Forest River Inc. announced the acquisition of certain assets of Turtle Top, a premier luxury bus manufacturer located in New Paris, Ind. Turtle Top, family owned since 1962, is a leader in the luxury transportation industry, according to a press release. Turtle Top designs and manufactures buses and specialty vehicles for the motorcoach industry, as […]
Complete Coach Works (CCW) announced the final delivery of six 40-foot diesel refurbished shuttle buses to the San Francisco Airport (SFO). CCW was awarded this contract in December 2016. The shuttle buses underwent a complete paint and body makeover that included a new paint scheme and radio system installation. The buses will primarily function to […]
Complete Coach Works (CCW) was a part of the GTrans ribbon cutting ceremony, held on May 31, 2017, to commemorate the launch of five re-powered Zero-Emission Propulsion System (ZEPS) battery-electric buses. Attendees at the ribbon cutting included Congresswoman Maxine Waters, Commissioner of the California Energy Commission Janea Scott, California Assembly Member Jose Medina, Mayor Tasha […]
Today’s best GPS fleet tracking software does more than just monitor vehicles. The best tracking systems give business owners tools and information that can help them identify hidden problems, coach their mobile workers for better performance, reduce fleet expenses and improve visibility into essential business functions that can lead to higher efficiency and profitability. So if you’re […]