Mississippi welcomes operators for regional gathering
Mississippi rolled out the red carpet to motorcoach operators from six states as they gathered to plan for the future success of the industry.
The…
Why more motorcoach operators are installing video cameras
Video cameras have become a fact of life in the United States, monitoring our everyday activities, such as using ATMs, shopping in stores and even…
UMA Town Halls to feature essential driver training review
The United Motorcoach Association is helping members prepare for the return of business with training for their drivers.
“Help your drivers prepare for business to…
Encore provides EXPO experience for those not able to attend
Michelle Tupman wasn’t able to attend the 2021 UMA Motorcoach EXPO in person last month because Canada’s borders remain closed due to COVID-19.
Fortunately, thanks…
Insurer offers 10 tips when bringing coach drivers back to work
Demand for charter work and tours is picking up, and many drivers are coming back to work after being furloughed for months. As a result,…
UMA training event takes virtual format; speakers will focus on safety, compliance
Experts from across the industry will be presenting at the UMA Safety Management Seminar, a three-day training event that runs Dec.…
How transportation insurers are adapting to help in time of crisis
For this sector of the motorcoach industry, whose preferred mode of operation has always been face-to-face, one-on-one, your-place-or-ours, the coronavirus pandemic has left the major…
Lancer Insurance announces temporary vehicle suspension program to help policyholders
A leading industry insurer, Lancer Insurance Company, has announced plans to allow its policyholders to simply and quickly suspend inactive vehicles and their associated liability…
Influx of e-scooters brings another concern for bus drivers
by Greg Tasker
The exploding popularity of stand-up electric scooters, also known as e-scooters, poses yet another hazard for bus and motorcoach drivers as they…
