Operations and maintenance

London retrofits buses to reduce emissions

February 3, 2012
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After successful pilot tests, Transport for London (UK) will retrofit more buses to reduce NOx and PM10 emissions.

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VTA installs solar canopies at three maintenance facilities

February 2, 2012
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The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (CA) installed solar parking canopy systems at its three bus maintenance divisions

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SEPTA launches online snapshot of system status

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SEPTA launched System Status, an online tool that gives riders real-time updates for bus, trolley, and rail services in one place.

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Metro apologizes for power and communications failure

January 29, 2012
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Washington Metro (DC) apologized to customers after its power system failed Thursday night, leaving riders with no service and no information.

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Sorry, this bus is in transit

January 23, 2012

Montreal’s STM is changing the electronic message on out-of-service buses from “Sorry, out of service” to “In transit” to appease frustrated riders.

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Feds seek input on integrated dynamic transit operations

January 12, 2012

The ITS JPO will host a public meeting and webinar to obtain input on opportunities for the Integrated Dynamic Transit Operations concept on January 26-27.

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Maryland asks commuters to rate their ride

January 11, 2012

The Maryland Transit Administration has begun managing the Rate Your Ride program, which allows transit riders to give instant feedback on their trip.

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VTA introduces hybrid express buses

January 9, 2012

The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (CA) rolls out 10 hybrid express buses today, hoping that WiFi and comfortable seats will attract new riders.

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Mountain Line receives grant to convert fleet to hybrid

January 5, 2012

Mountain Line Transit (AZ) will soon have an all-hybrid bus fleet thanks to a grant from the Arizona Department of Transportation.

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MBTA worker faces discipline for posting holiday message

December 26, 2011

An MBTA worker faces disciplinary action for programming the LED signs on a subway platform to display lyrics to a Christmas carol.

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