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- Jefferson Lines takes over Illinois intercity bus routes
  
  September 26, 2025 |
  
  Jefferson Lines will assume Burlington Trailways routes on Sept. 28, with uninterrupted service and modern amenities for key Illinois communities…
- Carolina Limousine & Coach joins expanding IMG Network
  
  September 24, 2025 |
  
  South Carolina’s Carolina Limousine & Coach becomes IMG’s newest shareholder member, enhancing the network’s luxury transportation services and nationwide reach.
- Lorenz Bus Service drivers train, compete for UMA Motorcoach EXPO
  
  September 18, 2025 |
  
  Lorenz Bus Service’s intensive safety training evolved into a driver competition, sending top performers to the UMA Motorcoach EXPO’s International…
- Star Shuttle earns fourth NSC award for innovative safety practices
  
  September 10, 2025 |
  
  Star Shuttle received its fourth NSC safety award, recognition for its daily driver safety messages, training, and innovative practices to…
- Astro Travel thrives through generations in partnership with Prevost
  
  September 3, 2025 |
  
  Astro Travel and Tours, founded in 1970, grew from its roots as a travel agency into a premier motorcoach provider…
- Trans-Bridge Lines expands Newark airport service, restores Cape Liberty route
  
  August 29, 2025 |
  
  Trans-Bridge Lines adds Newark airport runs and resumes service to Cape Liberty Cruise Porte, responding to passenger demands.
- Premier Transportation’s Tri-Cities expansion signals post-pandemic growth
  
  August 29, 2025 |
  
  Premier Transportation is returning to Tennessee’s Tri-Cities with a larger facility, adding coaches, creating jobs, and boosting regional service efficiency.
- DATTCO’s children’s book aims to calm first-day school bus jitters
  
  August 21, 2025 |
  
  Family-owned DATTCO debuts The Big Yellow Adventure to ease first-time bus fears, showcasing its community focus.
- Olander Bus returns to UMA, expands motorcoach and tour services
  
  August 14, 2025 |
  
  Minnesota-based Olander Bus Service reenters UMA, grows its fleet, and launches seasonal tours while prioritizing quality service and industry networking.
- Trailways adds Hudson Yards stop, expands West Side access
  
  August 13, 2025 |
  
  Trailways launches a new Hudson Yards stop, offering direct West Side access and weekend service to popular Hudson Valley destinations.
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Opinion
- Don’t be blinded by boom times; prepare for next downturn while business is good
  
  September 10, 2025 |
  
  When demand is high and margins are strong, it’s the perfect time to get ready for leaner days. Brian Dickson…
- 7 ways to keep employees engaged long-term
  
  August 13, 2025 |
  
  James Blain, President of PAX Training, shares strategies to boost retention through purpose, training, belonging, recognition, and strong leadership.
Industry News
- Martz Group captures first in GNEMA’s Inaugural Driver Safety Competition
  
  October 3, 2025 |
  
  A Martz Group driver won first place in GNEMA’s inaugural driver safety contest, edging a competitor from Peter Pan Bus…
- Former Cherrey Bus Lines leader steers firms to savings
  
  October 3, 2025 |
  
  Deborah Cherrey, former head of Cherrey Bus Lines, now helps North American transportation companies reduce costs as a consultant with…
- Gray Line Tennessee named 2025 IMG Operator of the Year
  
  October 2, 2025 |
  
  Nashville’s Gray Line Tennessee is named 2025 IMG Operator of the Year, reflecting decades of innovation, local expertise, and outstanding…
- NFI recalls 680 buses over potential battery cell faults
  
  October 1, 2025 |
  
  NFI Group cites battery risks in recall of zero-emission buses affecting 680 vehicles; company works on permanent solution.
- ABC Companies opens Denver area service center to boost fleet support
  
  September 24, 2025 |
  
  ABC Companies launched its first Mountain West facility, offering full-service maintenance for diesel, CNG and electric vehicles near Denver International…
- Quick’s Bus Company earns top honors at NCMA–VMA Meeting
  
  September 23, 2025 |
  
  Quick’s Bus Company wins Operator of the Year; CFO Mona Seaman honored for leadership during regional motorcoach associations’ joint Richmond…
- Industry mourns Bruce Sankey, founding editor of Bus & Motorcoach News
  
  September 23, 2025 |
  
  Bruce Sankey is remembered for his fearless reporting and lasting influence covering the bus industry, including launching Bus & Motorcoach…
- Mary Presley takes helm as South Central Motorcoach Association executive director
  
  September 20, 2025 |
  
  Industry veteran Mary Presley becomes SCMA’s executive director, aiming to boost member engagement, expand education, and advocate for motorcoach industry…
- Survey reveals widespread illegal passing of school buses nationwide
  
  September 19, 2025 |
  
  A new survey indicates that millions of drivers illegally pass school buses yearly, prompting urgent calls for enforcement and public…
- Prevost’s expanded bus photo archive offers deeper look into its first 100 years
  
  September 17, 2025 |
  
  Prevost unveils centennial photo book and archival documents, offering rare images and deeper insights into the luxury motorcoach maker’s history.
- Hebaragi & Lemi Bus first with MCI factory-installed executive seating
  
  September 16, 2025 |
  
  California’s Hebaragi & Lemi Bus debuts MCI J4500 coaches featuring factory-installed 2+1 luxury seating, enhancing comfort for international charter passengers.
- NAMO celebrates 25 years with a gala, reunion, and bold vision
  
  September 15, 2025 |
  
  NAMO marked 25 years in Williamsburg with a gala, reunion, donation, and convention spotlighting education, networking, and industry innovation.
- Great Canadian, Tisdale unite in acquisition as founders step back
  
  September 10, 2025 |
  
  Great Canadian founders sell stake after 42 years as new investors merge company with Tisdale Bus Lines, expanding Ontario motorcoach…
- Mary Presley named executive director of North Carolina Motorcoach Association
  
  September 3, 2025 |
  
  Transportation industry veteran Mary Presley, newly appointed NCMA executive director, prioritizes education, collaboration, and growth to support motorcoach operators statewide.
- Industry leaders gather in Minneapolis to advance motorcoach safety standards
  
  August 29, 2025 |
  
  MCBOA hosted a reception during ABA’s summer meeting, bringing together operators and suppliers to highlight collaboration, safety practices and industry…
- PBA workshop unites mechanics, staff for training, networking, competition
  
  August 29, 2025 |
  
  The 12th Annual Pennsylvania Bus Association Motorcoach Safety & Preparedness Workshop gathered industry professionals for training sessions, discussions, and maintenance…
- All Access Coach Leasing turns Prevost shells into luxury rides for stars
  
  August 26, 2025 |
  
  Eric Blankenship’s All Access Coach Leasing crafts custom Prevost tour buses, merging luxury, sustainability, and personal service for top entertainers.
- Industry remembers Walter ‘Hal’ Mattern, former Bus & Motorcoach News editor
  
  August 26, 2025 |
  
  Walter “Hal” Mattern, journalist and Bus & Motorcoach News editor who blended industry insight with passion, died Aug. 13 at…
- Experts share strategies to prevent school bus emissions failures
  
  August 24, 2025 |
  
  Master’s Transportation outlines maintenance tips, diagnostic tools and rental solutions to keep school bus fleets safe, compliant and on schedule.
- BANY urges passenger alerts as new bus seat belt law goes into effect
  
  August 19, 2025 |
  
  BANY urges operators to inform passengers of New York’s new charter bus seat belt law and alert out-of-state groups before…
- NSTA honors top school bus contractors, drivers, and Industry leaders
  
  August 17, 2025 |
  
  The National School Transportation Association recognized 2025 award winners for excellence, innovation, safety, and environmental leadership in private school bus…
- Brian Dickson launches first GTI video tackling industry data gap
  
  August 15, 2025 |
  
  Brian Dickson’s debut GTI video with Louis Bookoff explores solutions to the motorcoach industry’s real-time operational performance data challenges.
- New operator taps industry knowledge to build coach business
  
  August 14, 2025 |
  
  Alex Hunter transitions from limos to motorcoaches, expanding his fleet and business through mentorship and peer support.
- Trump’s EPA eases derate rules, boosting bus passenger safety
  
  August 12, 2025 |
  
  EPA’s new diesel rules lengthen repair windows, preventing abrupt bus slowdowns, improving passenger safety, and cutting costly disruptions nationwide.
- Greyhound’s Crawford Lassiter earns CVSA’s top driver safety award
  
  August 8, 2025 |
  
  Greyhound veteran Crawford Lassiter becomes first intercity bus driver to win CVSA’s International Driver Excellence Award for safety and leadership.
Opinion
- Don’t be blinded by boom times; prepare for next downturn while business is good
  
  September 10, 2025 |
  
  When demand is high and margins are strong, it’s the perfect time to get ready for leaner days. Brian Dickson…
- 7 ways to keep employees engaged long-term
  
  August 13, 2025 |
  
  James Blain, President of PAX Training, shares strategies to boost retention through purpose, training, belonging, recognition, and strong leadership.
- New look, smarter moves: Coach rebrand drives change
  
  August 8, 2025 |
  
  Brian Dickson shows how a fleet refresh and smart strategy bring hospitality into the driver’s seat.
Feature
- From under the bus: Meet mechanic Dave Meyerhofer
  
  October 18, 2024 |
  
  Dave Meyerhofer, a seasoned bus maintenance expert, shares insights on his 34-year career, passion for repairs, and leadership.
- From under the bus: Meet mechanic Jon Thomas
  
  September 21, 2024 |
  
  Jon Thomas began his career 16 years ago repairing buses while in high school. He’s now Maintenance Director for All…
- From the driver’s seat: Meet Anthony Bowman
  
  September 3, 2024 |
  
  Anthony Bowman has been driving commercial vehicles since he turned 21 in 2006, with jobs that have ranged from ice…
- From the driver’s seat: Meet Ethan Fitzgerald
  
  August 22, 2024 |
  
  Ethan Fitzgerald’s love for travel has taken him from guiding students on cross-country trips to navigating the streets of New…
- From the driver’s seat: Meet Johanna Hamilton
  
  August 16, 2024 |
  
  Johanna Hamilton recently surprised herself by placing third in the annual motorcoach driver competition hosted by the Midwest Bus and…
- From the driver’s seat: Meet Bill Mong
  
  August 15, 2024 |
  
  Veteran driver Bill Mong has been with Compass Coach in Cedar Springs, Michigan, for a decade, the last two years…
- From the driver’s seat: Meet Martin Martinez Jr.
  
  April 4, 2022 |
  
  Martin Martinez Jr. is marking his 18th year with Pacific Coachways in Garden Grove, California. He was motivated to apply…
- From under the bus: Meet mechanic Doug Thomas
  
  March 21, 2022 |
  
  Doug Thomas began at Amador Stage Lines in 1991 washing buses. Three decades later, he’s running the company’s shop in…
- From the driver’s seat: Meet Vicki Hughes
  
  February 21, 2022 |
  
  After a series of jobs ranging from professional softball player to plumber, Vicki Hughes says she couldn’t be happier driving…
- From the driver’s seat: Meet Darren Reever
  
  January 9, 2022 |
  
  After being furloughed for much of the pandemic, driver Darren Reever has been back on the road since fall 2021,…
- From the driver’s seat: Meet Lynette Bittner
  
  December 16, 2021 |
  
  Lynette Bittner has been in the driver’s seat for eight years. Bus & Motorcoach News caught up with Bittner over…
- From under the bus: Meet the Alaska Posse
  
  October 1, 2021 |
  
  You might have spotted the Alaska Posse at a United Motorcoach Association EXPO, where they trek in to take part…
- From the driver’s seat: Meet Maria M. Silva
  
  September 15, 2021 |
  
  Maria M. Silva has been in the driver’s seat for more than 28 years and has never had a crash.…
- From the driver’s seat: Meet Mandy Zimmerman
  
  September 9, 2021 |
  
  Mandy Zimmerman has been in the driver’s seat for nearly 23 years. Much of that time, she has driven school…
- From the driver’s seat: Meet Andy Anderson
  
  August 30, 2021 |
  
  Andy Anderson has been in the driver’s seat for more than 55 years, most of it driving tractor-trailers. His only…
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