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METRO Magazine - February/March 2009
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In this Issue:
FEATURES
SPECIAL REPORT
Federal Transit Funding Key to Rebuilding Economy
Despite an expected infusion of investment, many of the same issues that plague the general economy – a credit crisis, unreliable energy supplies, outmoded labor practices and the inability to adjust quickly to sudden market changes – make it some of the worst of times for transit.
RAIL
Eliminating Dangerous Roadway and Rail Crossings
With the removal of six rail crossings the elevation of a Long Island Rail Road crossing, both the safety and quality of life of drivers and nearby residents in he village of Mineola in Long Island, N.Y., have been dramatically improved.
TRANSIT
Fare Collection System Updates boost Efficiencies, Revenue
Revamped systems have helped many agencies attain the information they need to implement fare increases, improve routes and scheduling and increase revenues.
Emission Standards: What Are Your Options?
North American bus customers will have two choices to be compliant: they can either buy an all-new, add-on after-treatment system using SCR in addition to EGR, which will be offered by most bus manufacturers. Or, They can continue to use an in-cylinder solution with advanced EGR, offered by Navistar in its IC Bus brand school and commercial buses.
MOTORCOACH
Growing Business Amidst Economic Downturn Prevailing Theme at UMA Expo
New opportunities created by the Charter Bus Rules were also tropics of discussion. Operators were urged to partner with local operators the have historically been looked at as the competition.
Krapf Turns Family Bus Route into Multi-Faceted Business
Working on motorcoaches and buses nearly his entire life has taught
METRO Magazine
’s Operator of the Year Award winner Dale Krapf, chairman o the board, Krapf Bus Companies, how to adapt and grow in an industry that is constantly in flux and comes with multiple opportunities disguised as challenges.
EQUIPMENT
Seating Options for Today’s Passenger Transportation Systems
The Latest industry models combine cutting-edge technology with modern design to enhance numerous vehicle interiors. Current features include three-point seatbelts, “back-to-back” configurations, and antimicrobial/anti-bacterial vinyl and stainless steel structures.
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