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…
Strategies for recruiting military veterans for driving and other positions
Every year, nearly 200,000 men and women transition from military service, looking to put the skills acquired during their time of service to work in…
Driving Force task force unveils a driver retention toolkit for operators
In the face of an industry driver shortage, retaining employees is even more important than recruiting new workers.
“It is much easier to keep drivers,…
Task force shares tools to address motorcoach industry driver shortage
The industry’s driver shortage has only been exacerbated by the pandemic as the driver pool has shrunk as drivers have been recruited away by delivery…
Mike McDonal honored for service to motorcoach industry
Ask Mike McDonal what he loves about the motorcoach industry, and he’ll say the people.
“This entire industry is built on relationships,” said McDonal, noting…
What to know about Canada’s new ELD mandate
Canada’s electronic logging device (ELD) mandate took effect on June 12, but because no ELDs have been certified for use in the country, full implementation…
6 takeaways from UMA Safety Management Seminar
Last week I attended the UMA Safety Management Seminar. This annual event, made virtual for 2020, drew its biggest crowd yet, with nearly 300…
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…
Operators raise awareness as they roll toward D.C. for historic rally
Sandra Allen will spend her 63rd birthday in Washington, D.C., taking part in the “Motorcoaches Rolling for Awareness” Rally.
It will be a memorable way…