3 associations recognize UMA and ABA for efforts during the pandemic
The United Motorcoach Association (UMA) and the American Bus Association (ABA) were recently honored for working together since the first days of the pandemic to…
Ways motorcoach operators can use digital to connect with customers
As part of your sales strategy, don’t forget about your marketing efforts. A business relaunch should include a digital rebound, says marketing expert Vicki Bowman.
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How INVEST in America Act could impact motorcoach operators
The INVEST in America Act is a five-year, $715 billion surface transportation reauthorization and water infrastructure bill intended to reimagine U.S. roads, bridges, transit, rail,…
Mike McDonal honored for service to motorcoach industry
Ask Mike McDonal what he loves about the motorcoach industry, and he’ll say the people.
“This entire industry is built on relationships,” said McDonal, noting…
UMA sales training summit designed to help motorcoach companies rebound
The United Motorcoach Association (UMA) announced their third annual Bus & Motorcoach Industry Sales Summit. It takes place online July 13-15 from noon…
Motorcoach sales drop by more than half from Q1 2020 to 2021
Motorcoach sales dropped by more than half during the first quarter of 2021 compared to the same period a year earlier.
That data comes from…
A recap of 2021 UMA Motorcoach EXPO in photos
The 2021 UMA Motorcoach EXPO felt like a long-awaited reunion for UMA Members who have faced business and, in some cases, health challenges over…
Meet generational motorcoach companies at core of industry
Generational motorcoach companies that have been passed along to two, three or four generations make up the core of the industry. Most of the owners…
Tire safety crucial as motorcoaches begin rolling again
As motorcoaches begin rolling again after being parked during much of the pandemic, it’s time to think about tire safety.
That reminder comes from Luke…
Motorcoach community mourns transportation stalwarts
The motorcoach community is mourning the loss of Vivian Jeane Willingham and Zane K. “Sparkey” Webster Jr., who both died in March.
They are being…