Motorcoach mechanics are the ‘unsung heroes’ of the industry
Dave Myerhofer’s experience, dedication and pride carried him to his second national championship in the UMA Maintenance Competition at Motorcoach Expo 2018 in San Antonio.
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Operators beware: Ghosts could be haunting your ELDs
The federal electronic logging device mandate is visiting haunting apparitions upon motorcoaches — ghost codes that can shut down engines, jam transmissions or welcome hackers…
Dutch Trailways operator collects U.S. buses
HEINO, Netherlands — Sprinkled across the U.S. are a number of opportunities for bus enthusiasts and industry veterans to see the industry’s heritage on display.
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ELD violations are now part of motorcoach CSA scores
WASHINGTON — Violations of the new federal electronic logging device regulations are becoming part of carrier Compliance, Safety, Accountability scores posted on the national Safety…
Joint UMA-ABA ‘fly-in’ attracts record attendance
WASHINGTON – A record 116 people – including representatives from every state and regional motorcoach association and major national associations – attended this year’s Capitol…
Van Hool officially announces new Tennessee bus plant
MORRISTOWN, Tenn. – Belgian motorcoach maker Van Hool officially announced its plans to build its first American bus manufacturing plant in Tennessee, employing at least…
MCI verdict raises concerns about liability standards
LAS VEGAS — A jury found that no vehicle defects were responsible for a bicyclist’s fatal sideswipe collision with a motorcoach before awarding his children…
Legislation would endorse younger interstate drivers
WASHINGTON – Two Republican congressmen have introduced legislation that would allow people between the ages of 18 and 21 to drive commercial motor vehicles across…
AOBRDs allowed on new motorcoaches
WASHINGTON – The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has once again modified the electronic logging device mandate, this time to allow the use of automatic…