The California Highway Patrol responds to concerns about bus inspections
The California Highway Patrol recently responded to a letter sent by the leaders of the trade groups representing the motorcoach industry asking the law enforcement…
DC Loves Buses Day returns to honor drivers
DC Loves Buses Day has returned after a two-year hiatus.
The annual event shows appreciation for bus drivers who bring groups to visit Washington, D.C.
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Vandalia Coach’s Phil Streif advocates for industry with EPA
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently acknowledged hearing from charter bus companies detailing difficulties experienced with emission regulations. Operators say the agency’s…
Legislation would eliminate federal taxes on CERTS grants
To support tax relief to the motorcoach, school bus, and passenger vessel industries devastated by the COVID-19 pandemic, Rep. Jimmy Panetta (D-Calif.), along with Reps.…
Trailways honors industry leaders with Spirit Awards
Trailways members recently gathered to honor those making contributions to the industry through the pandemic with its Spirit Awards.
The Spirit awards were given out…
Mississippi welcomes operators for regional gathering
Mississippi rolled out the red carpet to motorcoach operators from six states as they gathered to plan for the future success of the industry.
The…
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…
Task force shares tools to address motorcoach industry driver shortage
The industry’s driver shortage has only been exacerbated by the pandemic as the driver pool has shrunk as drivers have been recruited away by delivery…
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…
Progress on CERTS grant program: What you need to know
Motorcoach company operators received welcome news Thursday afternoon when the U.S. Department of the Treasury released guidance on the Coronavirus Economic Relief for…