Operators are left holding the bag for Texas services
AUSTIN, Texas — A South Carolina motorcoach operator that was hired by the state of Texas in August for possible evacuation duty in connection with…
Border delays worrisome to bus operators
Entering or leaving the United States at Canadian and Mexican border crossings can give motorcoach operators fits. And some operators worry the delays are hurting…
The dollars & sense of onboard entertainment systems – By Dave Millhouser, ABC Companies
As the charter coach neared Denvers Bronco Stadium, the driver saw movement reflected in his interior mirror. The lavatory door opened and out popped an…
D.C. presses forward with trip-fee program
WASHINGTON The District of Columbia is forging ahead with its controversial plan that will force motorcoach operators to pay extra to take tours and…
FMCSA closer to issuing passenger info guidelines
WASHINGTON D.C. Long-awaited guidelines for motorcoach operators to provide pre-trip safety briefings to their passengers are expected to be released by federal regulators in…
In Canada, Driver certification program aims to boost industry image
RICHMOND HILL, Ont. Four years ago, an ambitious program was launched to strengthen the image, profitability and vitality of Canadas bus industry, including attracting…
NTSB blames bus owner, FMCSA for tragic 2005 bus fire
WASHINGTON Twenty-three frail and infirm nursing home residents died in a bus fire because the company that operated the bus failed to maintain it…
WASHINGTON The National Transportation Safety Board thinks all bus- maintenance manuals should contain a warning that says something like this: “Wheel bearings MUST be…
Youth travel market in U.S.: $10 billion
LAKE ORION, Mich. For the first time, one of the most important markets to the U.S. bus and motorcoach industry - 12-to-18 year-old group…
By Neil EisenbergPresident/CEO VanGo!Sun Valley, Calif.
The lines have been drawn and the battle joined.
Whether you operate a single motorcoach or 49, youre facing…