Random Drug Testing of Drivers to Remain at 25 Percent
WASHINGTON — The random drug-testing rate for regulated motor carriers will remain at 25 percent of their drivers during 2017, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety…
Social Media Policies Crucial for Employees, Applicants
ASHBURN, Va. – Navigating social media use in the workplace can lead to many questions, sometimes without clear answers.
“Social media issues in the world…
Lease/Interchange Rule likely to be Less Burdensome
ASHBURN, Va. – After months of input from industry leaders, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is softening proposed changes to the bus lease/interchange rule.…
Operators must be Vigilant in Drug Testing Drivers
ASHBURN, Va. – When it comes to recognizing drug and alcohol abuse, employers have an advantage over law enforcement because they personally know their drivers.
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Like Chainsaws, Social Media can be Helpful or Dangerous
By Dave Millhouser
I bought Susan a chainsaw for Valentine’s Day. Ever the romantic, I chose the petite yellow model.
She LOVED it, and…
Raymond Penfold of VIP Tour Dies
PORTLAND, Maine — Raymond Penfold Jr., founder, owner and general manager of VIP Tour & Charter Bus Company, passed away last month.
He was 89.
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Steering Wheel Pad Developed to Detect Drunk Drivers
WATERLOO, Ontario –A father and daughter have developed a “hands-on” solution to preventing drunk drivers from getting behind the wheel of cars, trucks and buses.
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Going Remains Slow at Megabus and Coach USA/Canada
PERTH, Scotland — Who would have thought “low fuel prices” would be such a lasting thorn for the bus industry?
That truism was borne out…
Canada Strict about Bus Drivers with Criminal Records
Thousands of motorcoaches carry tourists from the U.S. to Canada each year. A few dozen of those buses, apparently, are turned around when border officers…
January 15, 2017
JANUARY 2017
14-17 American Bus Association Marketplace, Cleveland, Ohio, Info: www.buses.org/events
15-16 Bus Industry Safety Council Winter Meeting, Cleveland, Ohio Info: