Industry News RSS FEEDMarch 10, 2010
Accubuilt Sells Commercial Mobility Vans Division
MobilityWorks of Akron, Ohio buys Accubuilt Mobility to expand its presence in a growing market. Other Accubuilt units remain in business. March 10, 2010
Bell Trans, Chauffeur Group Still Talking
A mediation session started Feb. 27 has led to more rounds of negotiations. Both sides aim for a breakthrough. March 10, 2010
L.A. Operator Involved In Fatal Bus Crash Shut Down By Feds
Federal officials shut down Tierra Santa Tours Inc. over regulation violations following a fatal bus accident in Phoenix. March 10, 2010
DON’T GET TAKEN FOR A RIDE: Know How To Choose Your Affiliates
LCT Operator of The Year John M. Greene offers SEVEN essential tips to finding and screening for the right chauffeured transportation company to match your clients’ needs. March 10, 2010
Mears Transportation Partners With Green Ride Global To Cut Carbon
The charter bus company and chauffeured transportation provider focuses on greening 10 key areas of its operations. March 10, 2010
NBA Praises Dallas Operator For Servicing All-Star Weekend
Despite snow and ice, E3 Worldwide Transportation delivers continuous transportation coverage for major sports event. March 10, 2010
Bauer’s IT Wins UMA Vision Award
United Motorcoach Association honors California operator Gary Bauer for setting high standards for motorcoach operators. March 3, 2010
NEW JERSEY ALERT: Operator Meeting To Spell Out New Rules
Open to members and non-members, the next LANJ meeting will offer details on background check requirements and NYTLC rules on communication devices. March 3, 2010
MOVIE POLL: What Is Your Favorite Limo Scene?
VOTE NOW: With the Academy Awards a few days away, LCT thought it would be appropriate to poll our readers on the best limo scene in a movie. We’ve picked 10 scenes below, and will publish poll results in next week’s E-News. March 3, 2010
Rewards Program Recognizes And Builds Client Loyalty
Teddy’s Transportation System’s 20-year-old Platinum Rewards Program keeps clients loyal and even draws in new business. March 3, 2010
Bauer’s IT, SunPods, Partner on Solar Power System
The solar panels for buses helps the company’s bus fleet to cut pollution and use energy more efficiently. March 3, 2010
Bill Would Let Seattle Enforce Limo Regulations
City wants authority to crack down on rogue Town Car operators. Puget Sound Limousine Association and large operators support measure. Smaller independent operators oppose it. March 3, 2010
Windy City Limousine Gets Key State Award
Operator George Jacobs cites stellar revenue numbers as company rides out recession and keeps growing. March 3, 2010
Cadillac Offers Incentives On Chauffeured Vehicle Models
Cadillac offers sizable incentives for operators to buy MY 2010 DTS, Escalades, extended DTS, limousines, and funeral coaches. February 24, 2010
Bell Trans Heads To Mediation In Wage Dispute
Attorneys disclose session scheduled for Saturday to bring both sides together to resolve pay issues for Bell’s Las Vegas chauffeurs. February 24, 2010
GETTING BIG BIZ: Limos.com Launches “For Business” Product
The new online product allows corporations to “go direct” to local operators while customizing their chauffeured transportation preferences, access, and spending limits. February 24, 2010
Need Affordable Money Fast For Your Business?
In a tightened credit environment with fewer loan opportunities, one firm is offering operators nationwide short-term capital loans to finance new vehicles, grow operations, or develop a temporary credit line. February 24, 2010
ECB And Mauck2 Unveil Sprinter Luxury Van
The first prototype was displayed at the International LCT Show last month. ECB is gearing up for big demand. February 24, 2010
How Do You Keep Customers Coming Back For More?
LCT OOY winner Bill Atkins offers some points on the old adage: It costs far more to get a new customer than to keep one you already have. In today’s climate, customer retention is the key to success. February 24, 2010
LaHood Unveils Sample Anti-Texting Legislation
The sample state law, prepared by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and a cross-section of safety and industry organizations, would authorize law enforcement officers to stop a vehicle and cite drivers who are texting.
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