Rhode Island Public Transit Authority is embarking on an ambitious journey to redefine public transit in the state with the creation of a state-of-the-art transit center in Providence. The state supports the idea that Rhode Islanders deserve a safe, modern … Continue reading →
Four and a half years ago, the public transportation system of Norman, Okla., underwent a change in management from private – run by a university – to municipal, as the university wanted to shift its focus to exclusively campus transit. … Continue reading →
The term “invasive” aptly describes many species of plants and wildlife that have become more than a nuisance in many areas. Introduced for their appearances, potential benefits or even by accident, these species can take over where native plants and … Continue reading →
Electric vehicles are continually in the news and being discussed everywhere, whether they’re for private use or, increasingly, replacing traditional cars and buses for city usage. Racine, Wis., was awarded nearly $3.8 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal … Continue reading →
Like most mid-sized cities in the heart of the country, the city of Anderson, Ind., is in the process of reimagining itself. Transitioning from its manufacturing past into a new and vibrant future, the city of Anderson is poised for … Continue reading →
As more facts about carbon emissions’ affect on climate change become known and as fuel prices fluctuate, more municipalities are considering renewable sources of energy for city operations. One way some cities and towns are doing this is by the … Continue reading →
By ED SMITH Seattle’s Sound Transit has slashed 115 vehicles from its non-revenue fleet because of process optimization using automated vehicle sharing and fleet management technology. The reductions are part of the transit agency’s initiative to operate its fleet and … Continue reading →
Stevensville, MD, September 8, 2016 – Heavy duty vehicle lift leader Stertil-Koni, through its exclusive distributor Petroleum Solutions Inc. (PSI), headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, has recently been selected by the Central Area Rural Transit System (CARTS) to equip the … Continue reading →
Washington, N.C., January 27, 2015 – VT Hackney, Inc. (VT Hackney), a company of Vision Technologies Systems, Inc. (VT Systems), today announced its Performer body is now available on the Ford Transit cab and chassis. The expansion of the Performer … Continue reading →
Public transportation played a critical role in expanding America. Once upon a time the stagecoach helped people go from point A to point B, followed by rail lines, trolley services, bus routes, subways, “El” trains and airplanes. However, as the … Continue reading →
In an effort to make identification more accessible and inclusive to all its residents, the city of St. Louis, Mo., is planning to introduce the Gateway Card – a municipal ID card that not only seeks to serve as identification, … Continue reading →
