Motorcoach industry is alive—and efficient—report shows
The 2017 Motorcoach Census Report shows motorcoach travel as one of the most flexible, cost-effective and environmentally efficient modes of travel—still. In 2017, the motorcoach…
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California commits to global leadership on climate change
MONTREAL—In a recent press conference announcing successes, the International Transport Decarbonization Alliance touted California coming on board as a major accomplishment. Launched in 2018, the…
AI software is being used to train drivers and lower insurance costs
MONTREAL—Driver simulations aren’t new, but one tech startup sees potential for using the technology to lower insurance rates for good drivers.![]()
Buses a solution to national park pollution, studies say
Recent studies describe the high levels of air pollution in America’s national parks and recommend solutions that include replacing lots of automobiles with “alternative transit…
Social Media, the Mall of America way
Inside a small room outfitted with a wall of monitors, a team of social media pros are tracking what people are saying about Mall of…
Multiple and catastrophic brake failures identified in fatal limo crash
Multiple brake defects, resulting in “catastrophic failure,” have been blamed for the crash of a stretched 2001 Ford Excursion limousine that killed 20 people at…
Duck Boat Operators withdraw appeal of $123-million verdict
Two companies responsible for “Ride the Ducks” amphibious tour vehicles have withdrawn their appeal of a $123-million verdict awarded by a jury in February 2019.…
Museum “Spring Fling” takes visitors time traveling
The Museum of Bus Transportation’s annual Spring Fling was a unique combination of a bus industry family reunion and Back To the Future.
More than…
Congestion pricing proposed for Los Angeles
A regional government planning agency has proposed a congestion pricing plan for a heavy traffic portion of Los Angeles. It would become the country’s second…
Will new fees discourage national park tourism?
Tourism in national parks will be devastated by permit requirements and entrance fee hikes taking effect, according to a sampling of motorcoach operators. Increased paperwork…
Recent studies describe the high levels of air pollution in America’s national parks and recommend solutions that include replacing lots of automobiles with “alternative transit…
Social Media, the Mall of America way
Inside a small room outfitted with a wall of monitors, a team of social media pros are tracking what people are saying about Mall of…
Multiple and catastrophic brake failures identified in fatal limo crash
Multiple brake defects, resulting in “catastrophic failure,” have been blamed for the crash of a stretched 2001 Ford Excursion limousine that killed 20 people at…
Duck Boat Operators withdraw appeal of $123-million verdict
Two companies responsible for “Ride the Ducks” amphibious tour vehicles have withdrawn their appeal of a $123-million verdict awarded by a jury in February 2019.…
Museum “Spring Fling” takes visitors time traveling
The Museum of Bus Transportation’s annual Spring Fling was a unique combination of a bus industry family reunion and Back To the Future.
More than…
Congestion pricing proposed for Los Angeles
A regional government planning agency has proposed a congestion pricing plan for a heavy traffic portion of Los Angeles. It would become the country’s second…