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- Star Shuttle earns fourth NSC award for innovative safety practices
  
  September 10, 2025 |
  
  Star Shuttle received its fourth NSC safety award, recognition for its daily driver safety messages, training, and innovative practices to…
- Astro Travel thrives through generations in partnership with Prevost
  
  September 3, 2025 |
  
  Astro Travel and Tours, founded in 1970, grew from its roots as a travel agency into a premier motorcoach provider…
- Trans-Bridge Lines expands Newark airport service, restores Cape Liberty route
  
  August 29, 2025 |
  
  Trans-Bridge Lines adds Newark airport runs and resumes service to Cape Liberty Cruise Porte, responding to passenger demands.
- Premier Transportation’s Tri-Cities expansion signals post-pandemic growth
  
  August 29, 2025 |
  
  Premier Transportation is returning to Tennessee’s Tri-Cities with a larger facility, adding coaches, creating jobs, and boosting regional service efficiency.
- DATTCO’s children’s book aims to calm first-day school bus jitters
  
  August 21, 2025 |
  
  Family-owned DATTCO debuts The Big Yellow Adventure to ease first-time bus fears, showcasing its community focus.
- Olander Bus returns to UMA, expands motorcoach and tour services
  
  August 14, 2025 |
  
  Minnesota-based Olander Bus Service reenters UMA, grows its fleet, and launches seasonal tours while prioritizing quality service and industry networking.
- Trailways adds Hudson Yards stop, expands West Side access
  
  August 13, 2025 |
  
  Trailways launches a new Hudson Yards stop, offering direct West Side access and weekend service to popular Hudson Valley destinations.
- Father-son transition marks new era for Sunway Charters leadership
  
  August 11, 2025 |
  
  Lee Helms, 75, passes the torch to son Jeff, 40, as Sunway Charters’ legacy continues with fresh leadership and vision.
- Hermes tech earns MCI Academy’s top certification, boosting in-house repairs
  
  August 7, 2025 |
  
  Hermes Worldwide’s Durin Morrow earns MCI master tech status, boosting in-house coach maintenance.
- Sam’s Limousine becomes one of Texas’ largest MCI operators
  
  July 25, 2025 |
  
  With 13 new J4500s, Sam’s expands to 50 luxury coaches, solidifying its position as a top MCI operator in Texas.
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Opinion
- Don’t be blinded by boom times; prepare for next downturn while business is good
  
  September 10, 2025 |
  
  When demand is high and margins are strong, it’s the perfect time to get ready for leaner days. Brian Dickson…
- 7 ways to keep employees engaged long-term
  
  August 13, 2025 |
  
  James Blain, President of PAX Training, shares strategies to boost retention through purpose, training, belonging, recognition, and strong leadership.
Industry News
- Great Canadian, Tisdale unite in acquisition as founders step back
  
  September 10, 2025 |
  
  Great Canadian founders sell stake after 42 years as new investors merge company with Tisdale Bus Lines, expanding Ontario motorcoach…
- Mary Presley named executive director of North Carolina Motorcoach Association
  
  September 3, 2025 |
  
  Transportation industry veteran Mary Presley, newly appointed NCMA executive director, prioritizes education, collaboration, and growth to support motorcoach operators statewide.
- Industry leaders gather in Minneapolis to advance motorcoach safety standards
  
  August 29, 2025 |
  
  MCBOA hosted a reception during ABA’s summer meeting, bringing together operators and suppliers to highlight collaboration, safety practices and industry…
- PBA workshop unites mechanics, staff for training, networking, competition
  
  August 29, 2025 |
  
  The 12th Annual Pennsylvania Bus Association Motorcoach Safety & Preparedness Workshop gathered industry professionals for training sessions, discussions, and maintenance…
- All Access Coach Leasing turns Prevost shells into luxury rides for stars
  
  August 26, 2025 |
  
  Eric Blankenship’s All Access Coach Leasing crafts custom Prevost tour buses, merging luxury, sustainability, and personal service for top entertainers.
- Industry remembers Walter ‘Hal’ Mattern, former Bus & Motorcoach News editor
  
  August 26, 2025 |
  
  Walter “Hal” Mattern, journalist and Bus & Motorcoach News editor who blended industry insight with passion, died Aug. 13 at…
- Experts share strategies to prevent school bus emissions failures
  
  August 24, 2025 |
  
  Master’s Transportation outlines maintenance tips, diagnostic tools and rental solutions to keep school bus fleets safe, compliant and on schedule.
- BANY urges passenger alerts as new bus seat belt law goes into effect
  
  August 19, 2025 |
  
  BANY urges operators to inform passengers of New York’s new charter bus seat belt law and alert out-of-state groups before…
- NSTA honors top school bus contractors, drivers, and Industry leaders
  
  August 17, 2025 |
  
  The National School Transportation Association recognized 2025 award winners for excellence, innovation, safety, and environmental leadership in private school bus…
- Brian Dickson launches first GTI video tackling industry data gap
  
  August 15, 2025 |
  
  Brian Dickson’s debut GTI video with Louis Bookoff explores solutions to the motorcoach industry’s real-time operational performance data challenges.
- New operator taps industry knowledge to build coach business
  
  August 14, 2025 |
  
  Alex Hunter transitions from limos to motorcoaches, expanding his fleet and business through mentorship and peer support.
- Trump’s EPA eases derate rules, boosting bus passenger safety
  
  August 12, 2025 |
  
  EPA’s new diesel rules lengthen repair windows, preventing abrupt bus slowdowns, improving passenger safety, and cutting costly disruptions nationwide.
- Greyhound’s Crawford Lassiter earns CVSA’s top driver safety award
  
  August 8, 2025 |
  
  Greyhound veteran Crawford Lassiter becomes first intercity bus driver to win CVSA’s International Driver Excellence Award for safety and leadership.
- New Texas travel center expands services to motorcoach industry, offers driver perks
  
  August 7, 2025 |
  
  All American Truckers Paradise in Gainesville adds amenities for bus operators and passengers, setting new expectations for motorcoach-friendly travel stops.
- NAMO celebrates 25 years of advocacy, growth, and inclusion
  
  August 1, 2025 |
  
  The National Association of Motorcoach Operators marks its 25th anniversary with a reunion, gala, and major community gift.
- Mosaic Global becomes NFL supplier after major business pivot
  
  July 30, 2025 |
  
  After losing a key contract, Mosaic Global CEO Maurice Brewster rebounds by securing NFL supplier status and embracing new opportunities.
- Mary Presley to lead South Central Motorcoach Association as director
  
  July 29, 2025 |
  
  Veteran industry leader Mary Presley brings decades of experience to guide SCMA’s growth, advocacy, and member engagement across four states.
- Tim Barnes named VP of sales at MCI
  
  July 29, 2025 |
  
  Veteran industry leader Tim Barnes will oversee private sector sales across North America for MCI, a subsidiary of NFI Group.
- CBA VP urges CARB to include motorcoach operators in policy
  
  July 24, 2025 |
  
  Jasmine Sayah warns California regulations threaten essential motorcoach services, urging CARB to engage directly with industry operators before enacting mandates.
- ABC launches FleetForward to simplify maintenance for bus operators
  
  July 23, 2025 |
  
  New program offers customizable, turnkey service plans to reduce downtime, control costs, and streamline fleet operations for transportation providers.
- Dreamliner opens Rock Lititz hub, expands touring logistics nationwide
  
  July 22, 2025 |
  
  Dreamliner Luxury Coaches launches a new facility at Rock Lititz in Pennsylvania, deepening industry partnerships and enhancing full-service touring logistics…
- New podcast spotlights bus maintenance heroes and Industry innovations
  
  July 21, 2025 |
  
  "Bus Tech Talk" shares real-world maintenance insights, workforce solutions, and electrification tips from transit pros like Connect Transit’s Charlie Busse.
- Motorcoach industry mourns Made in America Store founder Mark Andol
  
  July 16, 2025 |
  
  Entrepreneur Mark Andol fostered strong bus industry ties through his New York store that sold only 100% American-made merchandise.
- Route 66 centennial sparks tour planning boom in Oklahoma
  
  July 13, 2025 |
  
  With the 100th anniversary of Route 66 on the horizon, motorcoach operators see Oklahoma as the perfect destination for nostalgic,…
- Coach USA partners with TBN to streamline charter booking process
  
  July 13, 2025 |
  
  Coach USA teams with The Bus Network to improve charter quoting, enhance customer experience, and modernize operations with cloud-based technology.
Opinion
- Don’t be blinded by boom times; prepare for next downturn while business is good
  
  September 10, 2025 |
  
  When demand is high and margins are strong, it’s the perfect time to get ready for leaner days. Brian Dickson…
- 7 ways to keep employees engaged long-term
  
  August 13, 2025 |
  
  James Blain, President of PAX Training, shares strategies to boost retention through purpose, training, belonging, recognition, and strong leadership.
- New look, smarter moves: Coach rebrand drives change
  
  August 8, 2025 |
  
  Brian Dickson shows how a fleet refresh and smart strategy bring hospitality into the driver’s seat.
Feature
- From under the bus: Meet mechanic Dave Meyerhofer
  
  October 18, 2024 |
  
  Dave Meyerhofer, a seasoned bus maintenance expert, shares insights on his 34-year career, passion for repairs, and leadership.
- From under the bus: Meet mechanic Jon Thomas
  
  September 21, 2024 |
  
  Jon Thomas began his career 16 years ago repairing buses while in high school. He’s now Maintenance Director for All…
- From the driver’s seat: Meet Anthony Bowman
  
  September 3, 2024 |
  
  Anthony Bowman has been driving commercial vehicles since he turned 21 in 2006, with jobs that have ranged from ice…
- From the driver’s seat: Meet Ethan Fitzgerald
  
  August 22, 2024 |
  
  Ethan Fitzgerald’s love for travel has taken him from guiding students on cross-country trips to navigating the streets of New…
- From the driver’s seat: Meet Johanna Hamilton
  
  August 16, 2024 |
  
  Johanna Hamilton recently surprised herself by placing third in the annual motorcoach driver competition hosted by the Midwest Bus and…
- From the driver’s seat: Meet Bill Mong
  
  August 15, 2024 |
  
  Veteran driver Bill Mong has been with Compass Coach in Cedar Springs, Michigan, for a decade, the last two years…
- From the driver’s seat: Meet Martin Martinez Jr.
  
  April 4, 2022 |
  
  Martin Martinez Jr. is marking his 18th year with Pacific Coachways in Garden Grove, California. He was motivated to apply…
- From under the bus: Meet mechanic Doug Thomas
  
  March 21, 2022 |
  
  Doug Thomas began at Amador Stage Lines in 1991 washing buses. Three decades later, he’s running the company’s shop in…
- From the driver’s seat: Meet Vicki Hughes
  
  February 21, 2022 |
  
  After a series of jobs ranging from professional softball player to plumber, Vicki Hughes says she couldn’t be happier driving…
- From the driver’s seat: Meet Darren Reever
  
  January 9, 2022 |
  
  After being furloughed for much of the pandemic, driver Darren Reever has been back on the road since fall 2021,…
- From the driver’s seat: Meet Lynette Bittner
  
  December 16, 2021 |
  
  Lynette Bittner has been in the driver’s seat for eight years. Bus & Motorcoach News caught up with Bittner over…
- From under the bus: Meet the Alaska Posse
  
  October 1, 2021 |
  
  You might have spotted the Alaska Posse at a United Motorcoach Association EXPO, where they trek in to take part…
- From the driver’s seat: Meet Maria M. Silva
  
  September 15, 2021 |
  
  Maria M. Silva has been in the driver’s seat for more than 28 years and has never had a crash.…
- From the driver’s seat: Meet Mandy Zimmerman
  
  September 9, 2021 |
  
  Mandy Zimmerman has been in the driver’s seat for nearly 23 years. Much of that time, she has driven school…
- From the driver’s seat: Meet Andy Anderson
  
  August 30, 2021 |
  
  Andy Anderson has been in the driver’s seat for more than 55 years, most of it driving tractor-trailers. His only…
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