UMA files complaint accusing transit agency of charter violations
Two Pennsylvania charter companies allege public transit agencies improperly provided event transportation, costing private operators significant revenue and opportunities.
UMA EXPO Legislative update highlights industry policy challenges ahead
Industry leaders discuss transportation laws, tariffs, insurance concerns, and advocacy priorities shaping the motorcoach industry’s future during UMA Motorcoach EXPO.
FTA announces $6.5M for projects that improve bus safety
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) is making available $6.5 million in research funding for innovative transit bus automation demonstration projects that will improve safety and…
A tour through the BYD electric bus plant in California
In less than a decade, Chinese manufacturer BYD has grown to become the largest battery-electric bus manufacturer in North America.
The company’s California plant is…
Operators get advice about charter service notices from transit agencies
Motorcoach operators have important protections against having to compete with local transit agencies under the Federal Transit Administration’s Charter Service Rule.
Operators need to know…
UMA renews call for operators to get on charter service registry
The United Motorcoach Association is urging owners of bus and motorcoach companies to sign up for the Charter Service Registry. Participation shows…
Federal funding helps scheduled service from rural to urban areas
Did you know there’s a grant that allows you to schedule service from rural areas to urban ones? The 5311 (f) is a federal funding…
Private operators challenge states to share CARES Act transit funds
With Congress deadlocked over a new COVID-19 relief package that could include $10 billion in loans and grants to the private motorcoach industry, some operators…
Multiplying zero (emissions)
Battery-electric bus census increased more than a third last year
Battery-electric buses still account for a small portion of the U.S. fleet, but their numbers…