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Meet the influencers and journalists covering the 2026 UMA EXPO

Meet the influencers and journalists covering the 2026 UMA EXPO

February 4, 2026 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

A global team of journalists, creators and bus driver/influencers will deliver real-time coverage and behind-the-scenes stories from the 2026 UMA Motorcoach EXPO.

Industry mourns Bruce Sankey, founding editor of Bus & Motorcoach News

Industry mourns Bruce Sankey, founding editor of Bus & Motorcoach News

September 23, 2025 | by Shandra Martinez |

Bruce Sankey is remembered for his fearless reporting and lasting influence covering the bus industry, including launching Bus & Motorcoach News.

Industry remembers Walter ‘Hal’ Mattern, former Bus & Motorcoach News editor

Industry remembers Walter ‘Hal’ Mattern, former Bus & Motorcoach News editor

August 26, 2025 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

Walter “Hal” Mattern, journalist and Bus & Motorcoach News editor who blended industry insight with passion, died Aug. 13 at 72.

UMA leaders discuss the road to EXPO 2021

UMA leaders discuss the road to EXPO 2021

April 22, 2021 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

Just like operators, the United Motorcoach Association (UMA) pivoted during the pandemic to do more with fewer resources to better serve members.

In an interview,…

Mary Rydel will lead UMA’s digital media sales

Mary Rydel will lead UMA’s digital media sales

March 25, 2021 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

The United Motorcoach Association has secured the services of Mary Rydel, of the MDR Group, to lead digital ad sales for the…

50 Years: UMA formed to stand up for industry ‘little guys’ in 1971

50 Years: UMA formed to stand up for industry ‘little guys’ in 1971

February 18, 2021 | by Hal Mattern |

Fifty years ago, a dozen small bus and motorcoach operators decided they had had enough of struggling to grow and prosper while major companies —…

Good news: BMN now easier to read and share

Good news: BMN now easier to read and share

July 29, 2020 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

The latest Bus & Motorcoach News will now be easier to find. After transitioning to an exclusively online publication in March, BMN this month added…

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  • American Safety acquires Dixieland Tours, expanding regional fleet February 12, 2026
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  • ABC Companies showcases 2026 Van Hool CX45, design lab at UMA February 10, 2026
  • UMA to officially announce Legislative Fly-In dates at EXPO February 6, 2026
  • Fresh faces, familiar leaders named to TMCA 2026 board February 4, 2026

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