Public transportation connects millions of Americans with opportunities, jobs, and communities across the country. With buses leading as the most popular transit mode, these services shape daily mobility while driving economic growth and environmental benefits. Buses Lead America’s Transit Revolution The larger share of public transportation commuters (46.3%) use buses as their primary mode, which is around 3.6 million people. Subway or elevated rail comes next with 37.7 percent of transit commuters (U.S Census Bureau). Buses dominate because of their…
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Transportation Op-Eds
The news of a Japanese train company issuing a sincere apology. After one of its express trains left the station a whopping 20 seconds ahead of schedule. This left many in the U.S. and beyond in shock, awe and appreciation. Since Thanksgiving one of the busiest travel times of the season is almost here. Lets pause and reflect on what we, as transportation professionals, can learn from the Tokyo Metropolitan Intercity Railway Company’s humble apology. All transportation companies should aspire…

