Category: Industry News
Safety tech demonstrated to mark School Bus Safety Week
The sponsors of federal legislation that would promote school bus safety demonstrated new safety technologies in Washington, D.C., to promote School Bus Safety Week, which…
When should you consult with safety consultants?
Passenger carriers face thousands of pages of regulations and enormous levels of liability while carrying their precious cargo. There are a number of sources of…
Industry briefs: December 1, 2019 edition
Martinez leaving FMCSA
Ray Martinez left his position atop the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration at the end of October after 18 months as administrator.…
Global Charter Services aims to “disrupt” the bus broker industry
by Hal Mattern
Longtime air travelers likely remember a time when booking a flight meant visiting a travel agency to buy the plane ticket.![]()
Political shuttles carry revenues and hassles
by Joanne Cleaver
It stands to reason that serving both the red and blue political contingents should add up to green. If only it were…
Alternative energy news: December 1, 2019 edition
New Flyer of America has launched a new service that will automatically switch hybrid buses to electric-only, emission-free operation when they enter designated Green Zones…
Driver recruitment expert to offer strategies at EXPO
Recruiting quality drivers as the industry faces a shortage is a Herculean task. Jeremy Reymer knows. He’s done it successfully for years.![]()
UMA EXPO listed among “Exceptional Expos”
The United Motorcoach Association’s annual Motorcoach EXPO was included in a report on trends creating “exceptional expos.” The story was published in the fall 2019…
Park Service says CUA program for 2020 not moving forward
While awaiting formal confirmation, the travel coalition comprised of the United Motorcoach Association, International Motorcoach Group, American Bus Association, National Tour Association, Ontario Motor Coach…