UMA chairman Jeff Polzien becomes an operator again with California acquisition
Jeff Polzien has decided to come out of retirement to return to the industry he loves. This week, he closed on a deal to purchase…
The Jet takes innovative approach to NYC to DC motorcoach service
Chad Scarborough had no motorcoach experience when he launched his luxury experience, The Jet, in fall 2021. But the entrepreneur had an idea for improving…
A salute to UMA’s outgoing Board Members
The outgoing group of UMA Board Members has made UMA history in several ways. Their ranks include the first woman and first Canadian elected to…
Sen. Reed meets with motorcoach operators about funding needs
Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, continues to be a champion of the motorcoach and bus industry.
He recently met with a group of motorcoach company…
Industry pays tribute to bus historian Bill Luke
William A. Luke, known to his friends as Bill, is being remembered as an ambassador and eminent historian of the bus industry. He chronicled buses…
Meet UMA’s newly elected Board Members
There is some new leadership on the United Motorcoach Association board after the election of seven operator Board Members – out of…
Royal Coach Tours’ gamble on Las Vegas pays off
Nearly 5 years ago, Royal Coach Tours saw an opportunity to move into the Las Vegas market, and the gamble paid off in more ways…
YouTube star James Wang coming to EXPO: 7 things to know
In the past few years, Peoria Charter Coach’s James Wang has built a following for his YouTube channels devoted to motorcoach operator life, with more…
From the driver’s seat: Meet Darren Reever
After being furloughed for much of the pandemic, driver Darren Reever has been back on the road since fall 2021, driving entertainer coaches carrying tour…
Last call for Buses & Beer, but group will reunite at EXPO
The last call for Buses & Beer will be on Dec. 22 – although a reunion is planned for Feb. 23, the first evening of…