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Hotard Coaches returns to Baton Rouge, expanding operations and community partnerships

Hotard Coaches returns to Baton Rouge, expanding operations and community partnerships

March 5, 2026 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

Family-run transportation company Hotard Coaches reestablishes Baton Rouge operations, bringing jobs, community outreach and regional transportation investment back to the capital.

First-time competitor Lance Salik is 2026 UMA Maintenance Competition Grand Champion

First-time competitor Lance Salik is 2026 UMA Maintenance Competition Grand Champion

March 2, 2026 | by Shandra Martinez |

Lance Salik won the Grand Champion title, Juan Velasquez earned first runner-up, Sean Piersall placed second runner-up, and Kurt Johnson received Rising Star honors.

Maintaining bus fleets, big or small: Complex technology requires state-of-the-art training

Maintaining bus fleets, big or small: Complex technology requires state-of-the-art training

November 20, 2025 | by Shandra Martinez |

At UMA’s Town Hall, industry leaders stressed training technicians to master new technologies, from emissions systems to advanced electrical diagnostics.

Hotard Coaches marks 90 years of disaster response

Hotard Coaches marks 90 years of disaster response

June 2, 2025 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

Hotard Coaches plays a vital role in hurricane evacuations and recovery efforts, leveraging decades of experience and global support.

Hotard Coaches celebrates 90 years of service

Hotard Coaches celebrates 90 years of service

April 3, 2025 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

Marking its 90th anniversary, Hotard Coaches reflects on a legacy of safety, innovation, and people-first service.

How Hotard Coaches delivered Super Bowl LIX transportation in New Orleans

How Hotard Coaches delivered Super Bowl LIX transportation in New Orleans

February 13, 2025 | by Shandra Martinez |

Here’s the behind-the-scenes story of how Hotard Coaches expertly managed Super Bowl LIX motorcoach transportation in New Orleans.

Australian firm Kelsian to buy All Aboard America! Holdings

Australian firm Kelsian to buy All Aboard America! Holdings

March 15, 2023 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

Australian-based Kelsian today filed with the United States Surface Transportation Board to acquire All Aboard America America Holdings (AAAHI), which includes All Aboard America, Hotard…

Louis Hotard: What’s ‘priceless’ about the UMA Maintenance Interchange

Louis Hotard: What’s ‘priceless’ about the UMA Maintenance Interchange

January 30, 2023 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

Editor’s Note: This is the speech that Louis Hotard gave at the UMA Motorcoach Association during a luncheon celebrating the 25th anniversary of the UMA…

From the driver’s seat: Meet Roosevelt Carey

From the driver’s seat: Meet Roosevelt Carey

January 28, 2021 | by Shandra Martinez |

Roosevelt “Rosie” Carey has enjoyed the view from the driver’s seat for 28 years. He is currently employed with Louisiana Motor Coach,…

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