Among the many responsibilities of a bus/motorcoach driver — and there are many — is providing another set of eyes on the road and surrounding area. Not only is that important when watching for distracted drivers and inattentive pedestrians, but there are many examples of bus/coach drivers coming to the rescue when something “just doesn’t…
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By Thomas Holden, Owner, Transportation Advisors / EZ-DrugTest Regarding over-the-road (OTR) transportation, whether for school groups, athletic teams, senior excursions, or corporate retreats, the choice of vehicle can profoundly influence the safety, comfort, efficiency, and legal exposure of the entire trip. Many organizations still use traditional yellow school buses for these extended journeys. However, as…
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By Christian Murillo, Office Manager for Bitimec Wash-Bots, Inc. Operators must evaluate several critical factors when selecting a bus wash system to ensure optimal performance and efficiency. Key considerations include: Cost Considerations And Return On Investment Investing in a bus wash system involves evaluating both initial costs and long-term returns. There are advanced and affordable…
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Harnessing The Power Of Data To Enhance Decision Making And Maximize Operational Efficiency By Brian Dickson, Owner/Principal Consultant, Bus Business Consultants Have you ever considered the origin of the word “dashboard”? According to Wikipedia, the term initially referred to barriers made of wood or leather placed at the front of horse-drawn carriages. These barriers were…
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By Keith McComsey, Technical Sales Lead (Wheel-End), Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems When a brake issue sidelines a bus or motorcoach, the consequences are immediate. Schedules are thrown off. Drivers and dispatchers scramble. Passengers miss connections — and they talk about it. For operators focused on service, safety, and reputation, every delay matters. That’s why spring…
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By John Hroncich, Director, North American Transit Sales at BAE Systems There is no denying that the transit industry is in the process of an electrifying transformation. Growing environmental concerns, coupled with advancing technology, are setting bus/coach companies firmly on the path toward increasingly electrified platforms. Imagine what that would look like. Transit authorities would…
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By Scott Michael & Ken Presley, United Motorcoach Association (UMA) When asked to describe their company’s safety program, many owners respond, “We’re compliant with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and have a ‘Satisfactory’ rating.” Great! That’s it? Well, it is a start, but generally compliance will not get you where you want to be.…
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By Harrell Kerkhoff, Busline Magazine Editor The successful metamorphosis of a business requires proper guidance, expertise, dedication — and perhaps most importantly — a lot of hard work. Case in point are the various changes that have taken place within the history of JET Limousines, now a multifaceted chauffeur transportation company with its headquarters…
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