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Safe Driving for Shuttle Bus Operators
Atlas Safety & Health is delighted to announce the launch of its Safe Driving Training program. This new service specifically targets improving safe driving practices of shuttle bus drivers. - August 10, 2014 - Atlas Safety Health
CURT’s TriFlex Brake Control Provides Peace-of-Mind Towing
Triple-Axis Control is Compact in Design, Packed with Features - August 08, 2014 - CURT Manufacturing
Kiel North America to Host Dinner Reception at 80th ITA Meeting
Indiana transit seating specialist hosts state’s transportation association member dinner; ITA meeting in Bloomington from August 12-14. - August 06, 2014 - Kiel North America
Do You Know What's on Your Driving Record? Find Out Instantly.
Keeping your driving record clean can save you time and money, and DrivingRecordsDirect.com makes it easy, convenient, and affordable to access yours quickly. - August 05, 2014 - Driving Records Direct
NAFA States Congress Must Develop Long-Term Fix to Highway Trust Fund Issue
Fleet Management insists Congressional effort is good, but nowhere near enough. - August 03, 2014 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Transportation Leadership Graduate Certificate Program Offers Online Fall 2014 Courses
The Transportation Leadership Graduate Certificate (TLGC) Program is a post-baccalaureate certificate program that consists of 12 credits (4 graduate-level courses) and can be completed entirely online. It is a great program for continuing education, professional development, or for making the move to the transportation field. - August 02, 2014 - Transportation Leadership Graduate Certificate Program
Dr. Steven Santolin is Now Certified to Perform DOT Driver Examinations
Certified by the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners on medical standards in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations. - August 01, 2014 - Santolin Chiropractic Clinic
Eco Driving - Road Risk Assessment by Bill Plant UK
Eco Driving is a relatively new concept dealing with improved road safety and fuel efficiency. - July 31, 2014 - Bill Plant Driving School
America’s Leading Ocean Freight Expert Reveals $650 Million in Hidden Cash for 40,000 Importers
America’s leading ocean freight expert has revealed that there is $650 million in hidden cash available for ocean freight importers. The VP of Supply Chain Finance of a medium U.S. retailer was thrilled when awarded $200,000 that took less than one hour of setup time. - July 30, 2014 - Ocean Audit Inc.
Kiel North America Presented New Flyer Gold-Delivery Award
Top honors for high-volume supplier: Transit seating specialist receives straight A-rating for 100% on-time deliveries in 2013. - July 30, 2014 - Kiel North America
Rugged Video Released Flight Tour Video System
Rugged Video, LLC releases the RV-sFOUR airborne video recorder designed specifically for flight tours. The RV-sFOUR is the only system to offer a completely automated record, and inflight editing process. Helicopter tours can expect to increase revenues substantially by raising per caps by $17.50. - July 30, 2014 - Rugged Video LLC
5 Top Tips to Improved Road Safety and Fuel Efficiency - Bill Plant
Eco Driving is a relatively new concept dealing with improved road safety and fuel efficiency. Here are some money saving tips by Bill Plant Driving School. - July 28, 2014 - Bill Plant Driving School
PlaneSense Fractional Aircraft Ownership Company to Buy Six Pilatus PC-24 Jets
PlaneSense the fractional aircraft ownership company that manages the largest fleet of Pilatus PC-12 turboprop aircraft in the world. - July 26, 2014 - PlaneSense, Inc.
India Car Rental: Market Update
Marketreportsonindia.com presents a report on “India Car Rental: Market Update” which also provides data on market drivers and indicators, along with leading companies and industry news in India car rental market. - July 26, 2014 - Market Reports on India
Plant Tour Reinforces Role of Colorado-Produced Products in Transportation Infrastructure
July 15 tour of Denver-area concrete pipe plant for state officials addresses critical safety, quality, budgetary concerns. - July 25, 2014 - American Concrete Pipe Association
Scooter Vacations Announces Their Line-Up of Informational Videos for Selecting the Best Orlando Scooter Rental for Vacationers Touring Orlando Theme Parks
ScootOrlando.com, Scooter Vacations, announces their informational and instructional videos to assist those who need to rent a mobility scooter in Orlando for their vacation to area theme parks such as Disney World, Universal Orlando and Sea World. Videos for everything from how to transport models that will fit in a car trunk to features of luxury models and accessories such as portable sunshades. Vacationers can now ensure they will get the best Scooter rental in Orlando to meet their needs. - July 25, 2014 - Scooter Vacations
Transtar Transportation, Inc. Recovers $120,000 in Assets with NexTraq Fleet Tracking
Tire transportation company locates stolen goods using GPS data from fleet tracking solution. - July 24, 2014 - NexTraq
Lucintel Anticipates Global Automotive Tire Industry to Reach $249.9 Billion by 2019
The global automotive tire industry is expected to reach an estimated value of $249.9 billion by 2019. The major drivers of tire industry are high demand for green tires, growth in commercial and passenger vehicles sales, and increasing level of tire radialization. Technological innovations and... - July 24, 2014 - Lucintel
2014 President Superyacht Ready to Launch; $100,000 NZD Cash Reward Offered in Sale
President Yachts International, a renowned manufacturer of luxury yachts, announces the completion and availability of its 2014 vessel, the President Sterling 115 Triple Deck Superyacht - a 35-metre motor yacht that features three exceptional living and entertaining levels. As part of the President... - July 23, 2014 - President Yachts International
Business Starts to Flow for Volcano Risk Assessment Startup
The first start-up business using University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) technology announces initial revenues from its volcanic ash forecasting and risk planning tools. The startup, named V-ADAPT, Inc. specializes in understanding the risk of volcanic eruptions and ash on global transportation,... - July 22, 2014 - Nanook Tech Ventures Inc.
Lightweight Kiel Seats Continue to Attract Commuters, Save Fuel
Nine months into the BusPlus Program, the Massachusetts DOT sees savings and an increase in customer satisfaction. - July 21, 2014 - Kiel North America
Adam J. Ondrajka Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Adam J. Ondrajka of Marlette, Michigan and Columbus, Ohio has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of aviation. About Adam J. Ondrajka Mr. Ondrajka has 4 years experience in the aviation field. He... - July 17, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
ShipHawk Announces Online Shipping Company Directory
ShipHawk is making shipping easier for everyone. The latest shipping community tool, an online shipping company directory, provides customers with instant access to helpful shipping information. - July 16, 2014 - ShipHawk
ADOMANI Adds Industry Expert Jim Reynolds to Its Board of Directors
The Board of Directors for ADOMANI, Inc. announced today the election of Jim Reynolds to its Board. Mr. Reynolds is a 13-year veteran in the school, commercial and transit bus industry, most recently serving as the President and CEO of A-Z Bus Sales of Colton, California. During his time with A-Z,... - July 14, 2014 - ADOMANI
ABC Auto Shipping Expanding Into New States
ABC Auto Shipping initially only covered California, Arizona, Florida and Georgia. As part of their long term expansion plan, they are now moving into neighboring south and north Carolina, Oregon, Texas, Washington and from Seattle, WA to Anchorage, AK 99507 and vise versa. - July 11, 2014 - ABC Auto Shipping
Plant Tour to Underscore Role of Colorado-Produced Products in Transportation Infrastructure
July 15 tour of Denver area concrete pipe plant for state legislators will address critical safety, quality, budgetary concerns. - July 11, 2014 - American Concrete Pipe Association
SeaPort Airlines Appoints Two Vice Presidents
SeaPort Airlines has appointed two vice presidents, Max Griffin and Greg Smith, both with significant aviation experience. - July 10, 2014 - SeaPort Airlines, Inc.
ShipHawk Network Exceeds 60 National, Regional Carriers
ShipHawk makes shipping easy for everyone and has exceeded a network of 60 carriers. - July 09, 2014 - ShipHawk
Profit Tools Intermodal Trucking Solutions Available Online
Profit Tools, the innovative leader in Intermodal software solutions offers its software online. - July 05, 2014 - Profit Tools, Inc.
European Urban Public Transport Energy Efficiency Competition Launched in Berlin
Climate-KIC, the EU’s main climate innovation initiative, and Berlin’s public transport company BVG have teamed up for the Open Innovation Slam 2014 competition. - July 03, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Research Finds Continued Growth of Design-Build in United States
“The growing use of design-build is not surprising,” says Lisa Washington, CEO/Executive Director of DBIA. “Throughout the last five years, and even through the recession, we’ve seen a large increase in demand for information and training on design-build best practices. Owners from all sectors have been turning to design-build delivery because they recognize the inherent value it brings to any project in any sector of any size.” - June 30, 2014 - DBIA
Audi Denver Grand Opening Event
McDonald Automotive and Audi of America are proud to celebrate the grand opening of Audi Denver, a McDonald Family Dealership. - June 26, 2014 - Audi Denver
Motor Homes & Diesel Trucks Can Save Fuel Using Hydrogen – ECOFuelMaximizer
Summer is here and over the road Diesel owners are doing all they can to increase their MPG. - June 25, 2014 - HydroDynamicsHHO.com
ECO Fuel Maximizer ECO-7 Show a 10% Savings - 1,400 HP Caterpillar Marine Diesel Engine
Large Diesel Engine owners are always looking for a way to reduce fuel consumption. - June 17, 2014 - ECO Fuel Systems, LLC
Kool Pak LLC Appoints New Southern California Sales Representative
Kool Pak LLC, provider of temperature-controlled transportation and logistics services, names industry veteran Jim Updegraff as their Southern California Sales Representative to continue their growth in the California market. - June 17, 2014 - Kool Pak
The Frontier Airline Pilots Association (FAPA) Regains Certification as Exclusive Bargaining Representative for Pilots at Frontier Airlines
The Frontier Airline Pilots Association (FAPA) has regained certification as the exclusive bargaining representative for the pilots at Frontier Airlines. Nearly 90% of Frontier pilots participated in the election with 87% of voters casting ballots in favor of FAPA. The National Mediation Board... - June 17, 2014 - Frontier Airline Pilots Association
Rider Revenge App Launches on Apple Store, Aims to Stop Distracted Driving
NJ Tech Start-up Closes Crowd-Funding Round, Meets Development Milestones and Pursues Pilot City to Stop Distracted Driving. - June 16, 2014 - Rider Revenge
Viewpoints Industry TV to Report on Interstate Highways on an Upcoming Segment
Viewpoints Industry TV will look at an old urban myth that may or may not have some basis in fact. - June 13, 2014 - Viewpoints Industry TV
Arkansas Public Fleet Managers Association Announces 2014-2015 Chapter Officers; Conference Presentations Posted to Website
APFMA announces 2014-2015 chapter officers and updates its website with conference presentations. - June 13, 2014 - APFMA
Viewpoints Industry TV Investigates the Safety of Elevators on an Upcoming Segment
Viewpoints Industry TV reports a truly frightening high-speed elevator ride -- upbound. - June 12, 2014 - Viewpoints Industry TV
National Minority Trucking Association to Host Nationwide Seminar Series for Minority Trucking Members
The National Minority Trucking Association (NMTA) and Truckers Against Trafficking partner to educate truckers, owners/operators and carriers on how to start their own trucking business and how to help stop trafficking. Together they are making a difference! - June 12, 2014 - National Minority Trucking Association
Parking Management Services Launches 2014 Summer Promo - Best Valet Parking Service Rates for Businesses in Los Angeles & Orange County Looking for Parking Attendants
The 2014 Summer Promo is here, and for a limited time, businesses in Los Angeles and Orange County can take advantage of Parking Management Services and their industry Best Service Rates for parking attendants and valet parking services. - June 07, 2014 - Parking Management Services of America
ADOMANI Debuts a Converted All-Electric School Bus Fueled by Solar
The Gilroy Unified School District and ADOMANI teamed up to convert a 2007 50-passenger, type-D, diesel Blue Bird® school bus into an all-electric. The bus was unveiled at a ceremony in Gilroy on Tuesday, May 27 by Mayor Don Gage and the repower project team. The Gilroy Unified School District... - June 05, 2014 - ADOMANI
Silver State Trailways Develops Doyle, CA to Las Vegas, NV Line Run; New Intercity Fixed Route Will Extend Public Transportation Service in Nevada
Silver State Trailways launches intercity bus service between Doyle, CA and Las Vegas, NV. - June 05, 2014 - Trailways
New Developments in Europe’s Transition to a Low-Carbon Economy to be Highlighted on World Environment Day in Brussels
Climate-KIC, the EU’s main climate innovation initiative, will highlight new developments in Europe’s on-going transition to a low-carbon economy on World Environment Day, 5 June, in Brussels this week. A Climate-KIC delegation will discuss innovative technologies and new opportunities for European collaboration to confront the climate change challenge in a series of roundtable discussions and workshops. - June 04, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Matthews Unveils Unique Rubber Marking Ink Jet System for the Tire Industry
Matthews Marking Systems, a leading manufacturer of marking and coding products, has developed a unique ink jet printing system designed specifically for rubber marking and the tire industry. The new ink jet system features an ink jet controller, one or two 8000+ Series drop on demand print heads,... - June 03, 2014 - Matthews Marking Systems
Limousine Service in Wayne, NJ, Launches Web Site, Stands Apart from Other Local SMBs
Local limousine company "Ambassador Limo of New Jersey" partners with "Prospect Genius" to bring comprehensive transportation services to Wayne, NJ and beyond. - June 01, 2014 - Prospect Genius
The Evolution of Electric Bicycle Design & Technology. Industry Review by Top Secret EV a Leader in Light Electric Vehicle Technologies.
Today's e-bikes are svelte and stealth, but that has not always been the case. Let's take a look back at the design history of electric bicycles. - May 23, 2014 - Top Secret EV
Maharajas's Express Early Bird Offer
The icing on the cake is that Early Bird offer can be combined with the existing offer of providing redeemable vouchers of USD 250 per guest to those booking directly with IRCTC or booking online at www.the-maharajas.com - May 23, 2014 - Maharajas Express
Climate-KIC Commences Israel Tour for Cleantech Entrepreneurs
12 of Europe’s most promising cleantech start-ups to explore business opportunities in one of world’s biggest hotbeds for climate innovation. - May 22, 2014 - Climate-KIC