APTA 2023 TRANSform Conference & EXPO Set For October 8-11 In Orlando

With the theme, “Next Starts Here,” the American Public Transportation Association’s (APTA) TRANSform Conference & EXPO will take place at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL, on October 8-11. The event’s objective is to share the future of public transportation with the world and is billed as public transit’s “premier showcase of technology,…

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New APTA Report Says Public Transit Users Can Save $13,000 Annually

The American Public Transportation Association’s (APTA) most recent Transit Savings report shows that individuals who ride on public transportation instead of driving can save more than $13,000 a year, or $1,100 a month, because of significant increases in auto costs and gasoline prices. According to APTA’s Fare Database, monthly public transit fare prices have not increased since…

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Stertil-Koni Names Jim Jaramillo New Marketing Manager

Stertil-Koni, a provider of heavy-duty vehicle lifts in North America, has announced that James (Jim) Jaramillo has joined the company as Marketing Manager. Based at Stertil-Koni’s North American headquarters in Stevensville, MD, he brings more than 10 years of top marketing experience to his new role. “With a strong background in content creation, digital media,…

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2023 Fare Collections Buyers Guide

Avail Technologies, Inc. 1960 Old Gatesburg Rd., Suite 200 State College, PA 16803 USA 814-234-3394 Website: www.availtec.com Products: A fully integrated suite of products, designed to meet the specific needs of transit properties. Avail’s offerings include automatic passenger counters and fare collection products. Brush Industries 301 Reagan St. Sunbury, PA 17801 USA 570-286-5611 Website: www.brushindustries.com…

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2023 Engines & Transmissions Buyers Guide

Allison Transmission One Allison Way Indianapolis, IN 46222-3271 USA 317-242-5000 Website: www.allisontransmission.com Products: Allison Transmission is a manufacturer of fully automatic transmissions for medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles as well as electric hybrid-propulsion systems for city buses. Allison transmissions are used in a variety of applications including refuse, construction, fire, distribution, bus, motorhome, defense, and…

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The Impact Of Company Culture On Employee Performance And Retention

By Bill Rohr, Client Solutions Manager Supervisor, Kelly Anderson Group Company culture is not just a buzzword, but the lifeblood of any organization, influencing everything from team morale and work quality to the overall brand image. It is a network encompassing behaviors, attitudes, the moral code of the organization, and the dynamics of people’s interactions.…

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Optimal Guidelines For Choosing And Employing Wheelchair Ramps And Securements In Bus Transportation

By Pat Scully, Chief Commercial Officer, Complete Coach Works (CCW) The integration of accessible and inclusive transportation solutions is paramount in ensuring equal opportunities and independence for individuals with mobility challenges. In this pursuit, wheelchair ramps and securements play a pivotal role in making buses accommodating, comfortable and secure for wheelchair users. First and foremost,…

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Navigating Tomorrow: The Evolution Of Public Transportation

By APTA President & CEO Paul P. Skoutelas There is nothing more fundamental to the human spirit than the need to be mobile. It is the force that sparks our imagination and opens pathways to life-changing opportunities. Our nation was born and built on the movement of people and goods. Mobility is the catalyst for…

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APTA 2023 TRANSform Conference & EXPO Set For October 8-11 In Orlando

The American Public Transportation Association’s (APTA) TRANSform Conference & EXPO will take place at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL, on October 8-11. The event’s objective is to share the future of public transportation with the world and is billed as public transit’s “premier showcase of technology, products and services.” Included will be…

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