Echoes of past frame today’s issues for UMA
In many ways, the issues facing the United Motorcoach Association (UMA) in 2021 — with the exception of the COVID-19 pandemic —…
Updated BusRates.com generates leads with higher web traffic
BusRates.com is back, and the timing couldn’t be better. The retooled website is generating daily inquiries for charter bus bookings in some…
FMCSA extends waivers for COVID-19 national emergency
Washington, DC – The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has granted waivers permitting (but not requiring) states to extend the validity of commercial driver’s…
TSA directive says masks now required for most U.S. travelers
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) issued a Security Directive on Jan. 31, 3021, to be effective today, Feb. 1, 2021 at 11:59 PM. The directive…
Why operators should sign up for Charter Service Registry
Owners of bus and motorcoach companies should sign up for the Charter Service Registry to show Congress that the Charter Service Rule,…
‘Gang of 11’ helps operators amplify their CERTS advocacy efforts
Mike Canine admits that before the CERTS Act, he didn’t pay much attention to what was going on Capitol Hill.
These days, not only can…
Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao resigns
Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao announced she is stepping down from the cabinet post she has held since 2017.
Her resignation will take effect Jan. 11…
With Covid relief funds in jeopardy UMA mobilizes advocacy efforts
The United Motorcoach Association is mobilizing its members and friends of the industry to put the pressure on Congress to preserve $8 billion in…
UMA Safety Management Seminar will focus on ‘back-to-basics’
When vehicles roll, there’s a lot that goes on behind the scenes to ensure compliance and safety. For companies operating with skeleton crews, that means…
NCAA ends requirement to use Go Ground for championship transportation
The National Collegiate Athletic Association recently notified member institutions they no longer will be required to use Go Ground for postseason championship ground transportation.…