He is best known as the founder of Forest River Inc., and the man who in 2005 sold Forest River to famed investor Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway Inc.

Through this collaboration, PRT riders can now access the Aira app for free, connecting them with professional visual interpreters who provide essential...

Jon Gary Herrera will succeed Jeffrey C. Arndt as president and CEO at VIA, beginning Jan. 4, 2025.

Boston MBTA’s The Ride pioneered the use of TNCs in paratransit back in 2016. Since then, the agency has been a reference nationwide on how to efficiently...

Launching on Jan. 2, SacRT Flex aims to prioritize eligible riders with the greatest transportation needs such as persons with disabilities, low-income...

Since launching its partnership with TRC in mid-2023, FAST has moved over 35,000 passengers, demonstrating the rapid success of its service model.

While South Florida was out of the main path of the cyclone, the storm was large enough to threaten increased rain, wind, tornadoes, and the possibility of...

The new center provides a more convenient assessment location for paratransit applicants who live or work in Manhattan and increases capacity across the...

With its mission to provide timely bus transportation that enables its customers to function comfortably away from their homes and maintain their freedom...

The major product upgrade follows two recent paratransit-specific upgrades announced in September, underscoring TRC’s ongoing commitment to product...

Orange County Transportation Authority allocates up to $43.5 million to help fill gaps in communities’ transportation needs.

In August, customers were asked to complete the intercept survey and provide their feedback while riding RTD’s buses and trains, and the results were shared...

Transactional data specifications can be used to help dial-a-ride and ADA paratransit services seamlessly connect systems in order to make requesting a trip...

A culturally diverse transit workforce brings a deeper understanding of the communities being served, an ability to overcome language barriers, and a...

The enhancements introduce nine new features, designed to significantly elevate the experience for dispatchers and call center reservationists, while...

In fact, 2025 will see more service on the road to meet the growing market demand from both returning and new riders.

The goal of the Contra Costa Transportation Authority's service is to improve access to healthcare in the area by providing another reliable and convenient...

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Under the new agreement with Visalia Transit, RATP Dev USA will oversee 85 vehicles and provide a diverse range of services, including fixed route,...

Ned Freeman has been promoted to president, while the company is adding Allie Feakins to fill its COO role.

The technology allows passengers who are blind or have low vision to navigate the stations with a smartphone app.

During the last fiscal year (July 2023 – June 2024), the transit agency logged 75,663,343 passenger trips, a 10.4% increase over Fiscal Year 2023 (68,511,363).

Two divergent visions for the federal transit role must also focus on the supply chain.

Biz Briefs covers all the latest news from the motorcoach and public transit industries.

The most recent survey, conducted by TransPro Consulting in late April and early May, took place on all TARTA services and targeted customers riding or...

After finding significant success, CTS, FAST, and their supplier partner TRC have earned one of METRO’s Innovative Solutions Awards for Mobility.

A meaningful improvement for fare equity, the new program provides riders who are aged 18 to 64 and have low income with reduced one-way fares of...

With issues caused by the COVID pandemic now in the rearview mirror, the agency is focused on growing its ridership and goal to go 100% zero emissions.

The latest MTI perspective explores the issue of failed human infrastructures by synthesizing the results of a recent expert panel discussion that...

The same-day option is offered to Redi-Wheels ADA eligible customers on a space-available basis with no limits on the number of trips a passenger can request.

For its fearless jump into technology and improving the customer experience, LT was selected as a winner of METRO’s Innovative Solutions Award for Efficiency.

The state-of-the-art station addresses a longstanding need for improved transit options on the Near West Side that benefits residents, supports local growth...

With this launch, residents of the active senior Rossmoor 55-plus community can now take advantage of the free pilot shuttle program aimed at providing...

The comprehensive plan was first unveiled in 2018 and is an evolving document that will be updated over time to reflect the ongoing planning, modernization,...

Now in its 10th year, the Innovative Solutions Awards honors bus and rail operations and their supplier partners who have implemented initiatives that...

The agency won the Outstanding Public Transportation System Award in the “50 million or more annual passenger trips” category. APTA also announced all of...

The contract includes overseeing all aspects of operations for DART’s ADA paratransit, microtransit, and rider assistance programs.

Amtrak marked the anniversary of the landmark ADA, signed into law on July 26, 1990, by highlighting the company’s robust accessibility program and...

The agency is facing a funding gap of approximately $600 million each year — a shortfall in the budget to operate current transit service levels throughout...

The milestone demonstrates May Mobility's ability to operate under challenging and diverse circumstances while becoming a trusted and vital resource for the...

With nearly 20 years in the industry, Ivan Maldonado has held key roles in transportation management, strategic planning, and operational efficiency.

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The latest transit/supplier partnerships in Ohio and beyond.

Anyone using JTA services will be able to access the Aira app for free and connect with a highly-trained visual interpreter to get them to their destination...

The latest installment of Biz Briefs includes partnerships in Buffalo, Albany, and Los Angeles.

METRO's latest Biz Briefs roundup includes a rebrand, Transdev, and more.

In May 2024, monthly ridership was the highest since the pandemic began, with over two million trips on the system. May 2024 average weekday ridership came...

The contract encompasses the operation of DART's paratransit, microtransit, and rider assistance programs.

The expansion follows the launch of SMART Connect Airport service — powered by TRC’s Ride Pingo — in June 2023, following the announcement of its five-year...

When completed, the $38 million project will make Erie Station fully compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Work includes the installation of a...