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Operator News
- Boston Chauffeur expands fleet with new MCI Motorcoach
  
  March 31, 2025 |
  
  Boston Chauffeur adds a second MCI J4500 motorcoach, a major step in its expansion beyond limousine service into group travel.
- UMA Vision Award: Teton Stage Lines recognized for service
  
  March 25, 2025 |
  
  Teton Stage Lines, a founding UMA member, won the 2025 Vision Award for Small Fleet, honored for its commitment to…
- 2025 Vision Winner: From bus washer to founder of Cardinal Buses
  
  March 24, 2025 |
  
  Roy Alonso, co-founder of Cardinal Transportation, overcame challenges to build a thriving motorcoach business, earning the UMA Vision Award.
- A surprise fit for a champion: Driver receives new MCI at UMA EXPO
  
  March 19, 2025 |
  
  At the 2025 UMA Motorcoach EXPO, Wren Nance thought the highlight would be the driver competition. He was surprised with…
- Trans-Bridge Lines celebrates 84 years of resilience
  
  March 11, 2025 |
  
  As Trans-Bridge Lines marks 84 years in business, its leaders reflect on its family legacy, industry challenges, modern fleet, and…
- Inside Village Travel’s $14M facility in Oklahoma City
  
  February 22, 2025 |
  
  Village Travel unveils a $14M, 40,000-square-foot facility during UMA Motorcoach EXPO, showcasing innovative features and industry-leading design.
- John Hall’s legacy: A lifetime of showcasing Alaska’s hidden wonders
  
  February 12, 2025 |
  
  As John Hall Sr. hands over leadership of his company to his children, he reflects on decades of leading intimate…
- From driver to CEO: James Wang’s road to ownership
  
  February 11, 2025 |
  
  James Wang’s journey from bus driver to CEO and owner of Peoria Charter proves passion, perseverance, and mentorship can drive…
- Coach USA’s Newel Scoon appointed to anti-human trafficking board
  
  February 7, 2025 |
  
  Newel Scoon, Coach USA’s vice president of U.S. operations, joins Trucking Against Trafficking’s board to help combat human trafficking in…
- TCS expands West Coast presence with acquisition of Royal Coach Tours
  
  January 27, 2025 |
  
  TCS’s 2024 acquisition of Royal Coach Tours blended shared values and decades of collaboration, streamlining operations while preserving Royal’s 75-year…
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Opinion
- New Corporate Transparency Act deadline: What motorcoach businesses need to do
  
  March 3, 2025 |
  
  Businesses must file beneficial ownership details by March 21. Tracy Fickett explains what motorcoach companies need to do to avoid…
- Building an electric bus future: Why Washington can’t afford to wait
  
  February 20, 2025 |
  
  In this guest column, MTRWESTERN President Jeremy Butzlaff talks about paving a path for electric bus fleet transformation, outlining challenges…
Industry News
- Phil Wellington joins MCI Financial Services
  
  April 1, 2025 |
  
  Motor Coach Industries (MCI) has appointed Phil Wellington as Regional Account Manager–Financial Services, succeeding recently retired David Johnson. Wellington…
- Pennsylvania Bus Association honors top drivers, employees
  
  March 28, 2025 |
  
  The Pennsylvania Bus Association recognized nine outstanding drivers and employees for their contributions to companies, passengers, and communities.
- Vonlane adds suburban luxury route between Dallas, Austin
  
  March 28, 2025 |
  
  The Dallas-based luxury motorcoach service now runs nonstop routes between North Dallas and North Austin.
- MCI customers win big at industry awards events
  
  March 27, 2025 |
  
  Nine MCI customers earn national recognition for excellence in safety, sustainability, leadership, and innovation at major motorcoach industry events.
- ‘It was wild’: After several attempts, technician wins UMA Maintenance Grand Champion title
  
  March 26, 2025 |
  
  Sean Piersall of Adventure Tours wins Grand Champion title at the 2025 UMA Maintenance Competition after years of perseverance and…
- Spring Bird names Thomas Hoskins director of operations
  
  March 26, 2025 |
  
  As tariffs drive up costs, Spring Bird wants to help operators extend the life of their motorcoach fleets.
- U.S. Rep. Frost visits ABC Companies to discuss transit
  
  March 25, 2025 |
  
  U.S. Rep. Maxwell Frost met with ABC Companies to explore sustainable transit solutions, fleet electrification, and industry collaboration in Central…
- Luxury, profitability, and innovation drive ECB’s motorcoach success
  
  March 19, 2025 |
  
  At UMA Motorcoach EXPO, operators praise ECB’s sleek, profitable buses. Owner David Bakare shares how innovation and customer feedback fuel…
- From church bus to champion: Aaron Brookshire wins UMA Competition
  
  March 16, 2025 |
  
  Aaron Brookshire, who began driving a church bus, earned the prestigious UMA International Driver Competition title on his first attempt.
- Endera’s B4 shuttle bus earns top Altoona test score
  
  March 16, 2025 |
  
  US-made Endera’s B4 electric shuttle achieved the highest Altoona test score in its class, proving its durability, reliability, and performance.
- TEMSA reveals the road ahead with new motorcoach features at 2025 EXPO
  
  March 16, 2025 |
  
  TEMSA unveiled cutting-edge motorcoach updates at the 2025 UMA EXPO, emphasizing customer-driven innovation, record sales growth, and expanded North American…
- NFI Group named one of Manitoba’s Top Employers for 2025
  
  March 12, 2025 |
  
  Parent company of Motor Coach Industries (MCI) has been named one of the best places to work in the Canadian…
- Celebrity Coaches expands fleet with BandWagon RV acquisition
  
  March 8, 2025 |
  
  Luxury transportation provider Celebrity Coaches acquires BandWagon RV Rentals, expanding its fleet to over 120 vehicles and enhancing tour travel…
- Former FHWA attorney named acting FMCSA Administrator
  
  March 7, 2025 |
  
  Adrienne Camire, former FHWA chief counsel, was appointed acting FMCSA administrator, bringing extensive regulatory experience to enhance commercial motor vehicle…
- FlixBus expands U.S. network with 3 routes
  
  March 7, 2025 |
  
  FlixBus is launching three new intercity routes, enhancing connections between major cities and university hubs ahead of peak spring break…
- Venture Tours partners with Napaway to add next-gen high-capacity sleeper coach
  
  March 5, 2025 |
  
  Venture Tours secures exclusive operational rights in Virginia for Napaway coaches and adds a Napaway UltraLiner sleeper coach, enhancing comfort…
- Bus travel grows as flyers seek alternatives to flying
  
  March 5, 2025 |
  
  More people turned to FlixBus and Greyhound for affordable, reliable travel, driving a 7.5% ridership surge. These carriers outperformed major…
- Martz Group training director champions industry safety in new role
  
  March 3, 2025 |
  
  With decades of experience, Martz’s Salvatore Caccavale brings passion and expertise to his new role as BISC chairman, where he…
- ABC Companies and VDL Groep explain Van Hool’s future at UMA EXPO
  
  February 27, 2025 |
  
  ABC Companies and VDL Groep outline Van Hool’s stable future, operational progress, and industry innovations at the UMA Motorcoach EXPO…
- New US bus-maker startup secures $49M in funding
  
  February 26, 2025 |
  
  Endera CEO John Walsh secures $49 million to expand U.S. electric bus production, scaling operations at its Ohio manufacturing facility.
- Mike Whitehead, founder of Distinctive Systems, dies
  
  February 24, 2025 |
  
  His sons, Alex and Chris, will continue to run Distinctive Systems, a fixture in the industry and at the UMA…
- ABC Companies touts innovation, collaboration during visit by congressman
  
  February 24, 2025 |
  
  U.S. Rep. Daniel Webster tours the ABC Companies facility in Florida to discuss company and industry goals.
- ‘Stakes are high’: Industry watches tariffs, regulations in reshaped landscape
  
  February 22, 2025 |
  
  UMA leaders at 2025 Motorcoach EXPO discuss tariff impacts, regulatory rollbacks, and legislative opportunities following President Trump’s election.
- Q&A: MCI’s new regional finance director makes EXPO debut
  
  February 22, 2025 |
  
  Phil Wellington, at his first UMA EXPO as MCI’s Regional Finance Director, is leveraging his diverse experience and honoring Dave…
- Authenticity is key in business and life, racing team leader tells UMA EXPO crowd
  
  February 22, 2025 |
  
  Kelley Earnhardt Miller, leader of the iconic family’s business, shares leadership insights, personal stories, and appreciation for the motorcoach industry…
Opinion
- New Corporate Transparency Act deadline: What motorcoach businesses need to do
  
  March 3, 2025 |
  
  Businesses must file beneficial ownership details by March 21. Tracy Fickett explains what motorcoach companies need to do to avoid…
- Building an electric bus future: Why Washington can’t afford to wait
  
  February 20, 2025 |
  
  In this guest column, MTRWESTERN President Jeremy Butzlaff talks about paving a path for electric bus fleet transformation, outlining challenges…
- A thriving border benefits US and Canada
  
  February 14, 2025 |
  
  Six travel associations banded together to emphasize the importance of international travel in op-ed that originally appeared in the Niagara…
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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