EXPO opening feels like long-awaited reunion to UMA Members
The first day of UMA Motorcoach EXPO felt like a long-awaited reunion for UMA Members who have faced business and, in some cases, health challenges…
First day of 2021 UMA Motorcoach EXPO in photos
The 2021 UMA Motorcoach EXPO kicked off Wednesday in Orlando. The itinerary included the annual UMA State Association Summit and a poolside Welcome reception and…
How the motorcoach industry played pivotal role in hotelier Harris Rosen’s success
Harris Rosen, founder of Rosen Hotels & Resorts, an Orlando-based collection of eight resort properties, remembers he began in the industry as…
What’s driving up tire prices?
In the past month, major tire manufacturers announced price increases.
Rising raw material costs, along with increased transportation costs, are driving up prices, according to…
Driver recruiting firm Kelly Anderson Group expands to the coach industry
After two decades of working with trucking companies, the Kelly Anderson Group has expanded into the motorcoach industry. Bus…
Brothers turning bus industry passion into podcast about drivers
Brothers Sam and Andrew Rodriguez are turning their passion for the motorcoach industry into a podcast about drivers.
“It’s by drivers and for drivers,” said…
From the driver’s seat: Meet Andrew Horton
Andrew Horton has enjoyed the view from the driver’s seat for 35 years. He spent the first 14 years working in transit and the past…
Helping drivers get vaccinated early pays off for one operator
Do not wait: Be proactive with local health authorities to secure vaccination priority for your drivers. That’s the advice of Elizabeth Kamalakis,…
From the driver’s seat: Meet Jamie Wiese
Jamie Wiese began his commercial driver career in 1986, at 18, when he was trained to drive a school bus by Dick Plahn from Willmar…
EXPO attendees will see how Orlando’s hospitality adapted to overcome pandemic’s challenges
Those who attend the 2021 UMA Motorcoach EXPO in April will have an opportunity to see how one of the world’s top hospitality and tourism…