How overlooking application gaps can lead to tragic consequences
A lack of thorough review in driver applications can lead to serious consequences, Mark Szyperski explains.
CBA renames driver skills competition after bus safety advocate
The California Bus Association (CBA) is honoring Dennis Easley, a prominent figure in the motorcoach industry, who died in December 2013 of…
Astro Travel and Tours holds bus ‘roadeo’
Motorcoach drivers from Astro Travel and Tours of Tallahassee, Florida, competed in a bus “roadeo” to test their driving skills on Dec. 11 at the…
Motorcoach drivers show off skills in MBMCA Roadeo competition
BRANSON, Mo. – Eight motorcoach drivers showed their driving expertise on a compact and hilly course during the Midwest Bus & Motorcoach Association’s annual driving…
On Your Mark Transportation expands services
When Mark Szyperski discovered some clients needed help communicating with Spanish-speaking employees and passengers, he expanded his business to serve that demand.
His firm,
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…
Bus maintenance: Now isn’t the time to delay
Your business slowed down – or even shut down – during the COVID-19 pandemic, which means your buses sat aimlessly for months. You might be…
Rising country singer extols value of motorcoach industry
In a crowd of bus operators, rising country singer Karen Waldrup wanted to make sure her voice was heard.
She was the last to speak…
UMA partners share how they are helping operators
UMA Associate Members are key industry partners who truly champion the industry and provide services that help operators.
During the pandemic, these person to person…
Are you utilizing DBEs? Here’s another way to prepare for government contracts and grants
You’ve been doing a great job getting your affairs in order to prepare to apply for federal money from the Coronavirus Economic Relief Transportation Act.…