Canadian operator sets world record for longest electric-bus trip
A Canadian operator recently set the world record for the longest electric-bus trip with MCI’s J4500 Charge, 56-seat, zero-emission model.
In collaboration with manufacturer Motor…
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Quick’s Bus honored with VMA’s Public Service Award
Friendly transactions, safe, clean vehicle interiors and reliable, trustworthy service have been cornerstones of Quick’s Bus’ success for the past 75 years.
For the third-generation…
After tragic loss, woman-owned Huskey Trailways grows strong
For Huskey Trailways, 2019 was the family-owned business’ best year financially and their worst year personally.
Co-owner Kent Huskey died at age 55 after routine…
The pandemic: Operators share paths forward, lessons learned
After more than 18 months of the pandemic, operators are taking stock of what they’ve learned as they move forward. For the most part, they…
Southwest Coaches honored by the Minnesota National Guard for ‘outstanding service’
Southwest Coaches, Inc. played a key support role for the Minnesota National Guard when 3,300 soldiers and airmen were activated to ensure public safety during…
Maine grant program targets motorcoach businesses, thanks to powerful storytelling
Maine has only six motorcoach companies, but the state’s governor has recognized their essential and central role in supporting the state’s tourism industry.
The result?…
IMG companies collectively named 2021 Operator of the Year
Coming together for the first time since early 2019, the member companies of IMG met in Greenville, South Carolina, for a meeting…
Industry veteran Dan Shoup a go-to for all things motorcoach
With more than a half-century working with motorcoaches, it’s not surprising that Dan Shoup has developed a reputation as a bit of an industry sage.
…
Operator part of Title IX tour honoring Minnesota women athletes
There’s no question that Title IX has been a game-changer for women’s sports. But the motorcoach industry has also been a beneficiary.
The increase in…
UMA using a generous gift to promote driver training and safety skills
Driver competitions can be an effective and yet fun way to train and evaluate motorcoach drivers’ general regulation knowledge, road safety and skills.
In addition…