Motorcoach community mourns the passing of industry veterans
The motorcoach community is mourning the loss of three industry veterans: Gregory Page, Smedley Lynn and Marion Ann Kenney.
They are being remembered for their…
Industry veteran Dan Shoup a go-to for all things motorcoach
With more than a half-century working with motorcoaches, it’s not surprising that Dan Shoup has developed a reputation as a bit of an industry sage.
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FMCSA and TSA give updates on mask rules at UMA Town Hall
As cases of the COVID-19 Delta variant continue to rise, the federal government is stressing the importance of wearing a mask to slow the spread…
UMA using a generous gift to promote driver training and safety skills
Driver competitions can be an effective and yet fun way to train and evaluate motorcoach drivers’ general regulation knowledge, road safety and skills.
In addition…
UMA members recognized for their commitment to excellence
UMA members were among those recognized by the National School Transportation Association (NSTA) for excellence in the private school transportation industry. The…
Motorcoach drivers show off skills in MBMCA Roadeo competition
Thirteen drivers competed in the fourth Midwest Bus & Motorcoach Association Roadeo on July 21 in Elkhart, Indiana. As part of the half-day competition, each…
3 associations recognize UMA and ABA for efforts during the pandemic
The United Motorcoach Association (UMA) and the American Bus Association (ABA) were recently honored for working together since the first days of the pandemic to…
Why more motorcoach operators are installing video cameras
Video cameras have become a fact of life in the United States, monitoring our everyday activities, such as using ATMs, shopping in stores and even…
Ways motorcoach operators can use digital to connect with customers
As part of your sales strategy, don’t forget about your marketing efforts. A business relaunch should include a digital rebound, says marketing expert Vicki Bowman.
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Mike McDonal honored for service to motorcoach industry
Ask Mike McDonal what he loves about the motorcoach industry, and he’ll say the people.
“This entire industry is built on relationships,” said McDonal, noting…