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Author: Shandra Martinez

From under the bus: Meet Lorenz Bus Service’s Kurt Johnson, winner of the UMA Rising Star Award

From under the bus: Meet Lorenz Bus Service’s Kurt Johnson, winner of the UMA Rising Star Award

March 1, 2026 | by Shandra Martinez |

Lorenz Bus Service technician Kurt Johnson discusses career beginnings, shop challenges, and industry recognition after receiving the UMA Rising Star Award.

UMA EXPO Legislative update highlights industry policy challenges ahead

UMA EXPO Legislative update highlights industry policy challenges ahead

February 26, 2026 | by Shandra Martinez |

Industry leaders discuss transportation laws, tariffs, insurance concerns, and advocacy priorities shaping the motorcoach industry’s future during UMA Motorcoach EXPO.

FMCSA Administrator Barrs highlights frontline workers during UMA EXPO visit

FMCSA Administrator Barrs highlights frontline workers during UMA EXPO visit

February 25, 2026 | by Shandra Martinez |

Barrs’ UMA EXPO visit emphasized partnership, safety leadership and recognition of the drivers and technicians who transport passengers nationwide each day.

Everyday sustainability drives Panorama Tours’ Environmental Leadership Award win

Everyday sustainability drives Panorama Tours’ Environmental Leadership Award win

February 25, 2026 | by Shandra Martinez |

Michelle Petelicki accepts 2026 Environmental Leadership Award, highlighting Panorama Tours’ sustainability practices, operational efficiency, and advocacy for environmentally responsible motorcoach transportation.

Huskey Trailways earns UMA Vision Award after adversity, leadership transition

Huskey Trailways earns UMA Vision Award after adversity, leadership transition

February 24, 2026 | by Shandra Martinez |

Missouri motorcoach company is honored at UMA Motorcoach EXPO after pandemic recovery and second-generation leadership expansion under Julie Huskey and daughters.

John Hall’s Alaska earns UMA Vision Award at EXPO

John Hall’s Alaska earns UMA Vision Award at EXPO

February 23, 2026 | by Shandra Martinez |

Family-run Minnesota tour company is recognized at the 2026 UMA Motorcoach EXPO for innovation, hospitality and four decades of expanding Alaska travel experiences.

Visionary John Hall Sr. dies days after celebrating 82nd birthday, company’s industry honor

Visionary John Hall Sr. dies days after celebrating 82nd birthday, company’s industry honor

February 18, 2026 | by Shandra Martinez |

John Hall Sr., the founder and guiding vision behind John Hall’s Alaska, died peacefully in his sleep Monday after a weekend filled with family celebrations…

Smith System launches Trainer Center to modernize fleet driver safety programs

Smith System launches Trainer Center to modernize fleet driver safety programs

February 4, 2026 | by Shandra Martinez |

New digital platform helps fleets manage trainer-led safety programs, digitize assessments, generate driver scorecards, and improve risk management outcomes.

Busie, TDS launch nationwide direct charter booking platform on Bustickets.com 

Busie, TDS launch nationwide direct charter booking platform on Bustickets.com 

January 31, 2026 | by Shandra Martinez |

New partnership connects charter operators directly with travelers, eliminating brokers while streamlining booking, dispatch, payments and revenue growth.

Chicago operator invests in Marcopolo fleet as market trends shift

Chicago operator invests in Marcopolo fleet as market trends shift

January 7, 2026 | by Shandra Martinez |

Infinity Transportation’s purchase of Marcopolo shuttles marks growing demand among U.S. operators for smaller, flexible, and more efficient vehicles.

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