Coach USA Modernizes Fleet with New Van Hool CX45 Coaches Coach USA adds nine new Van Hool CX45 motorcoaches, continuing a long-standing partnership with ABC Companies.

Coach USA is modernizing its fleet with nine new Van Hool CX45 motorcoaches delivered by ABC Companies.

#BusIndustry #FleetModernization #PassengerExperience
#BusesBringBusiness #BusesMoveAmerica #OpeningRoads

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Why World Cup 2026 Could Be a Breakout Opportunity for Group Tour and Travel The 2026 FIFA World Cup is a chance to capture longer stays, broader itineraries, and higher visitor spending well beyond host stadiums.

World Cup 2026 is shaping up to be more than a sports moment. It could be a major opportunity for group tour and travel.

#WorldCup2026 #GroupTravel #TourAndTravel

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We Want to Know: Are YOU Coming to Calgary for #ABAMarketplace 2027? Our members are enthusiastic about attending ABA's Marketplace 2027 in Calgary, Alberta! Hear from them why this event is important - and their commitment to...

IT'S TIME!

Registration for #ABAMarketplace in Calgary for 2027 is NOW OPEN.

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#NorthToCalgary #CrossBorder #Tourism #GroupTour #WhereBusinessGetsDone #OpeningRoads #BusesBringBusiness

Bus operators, it’s April - and that means it's time to renew your ABA membership!

If your company is already a member, now is the time to renew and help keep the fight going.

Renew your membership. Stay in the fight.

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New ABA Foundation report: attendees at #ABAMarketplace 2026 generated $124.9 million in business activity; $49.0M booked directly at the event, with $75.9M in future business.

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TSA officers say ICE deployment won’t ease security lines Transportation Security Administration (TSA) union workers on Tuesday criticized President Trump’s deployment of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers at select airports, saying the mo…

TSA union workers criticized using ICE officers at airports, saying it won't ease long security lines caused by the partial government shutdown affecting Homeland Security. thehill.com/policy/transportation/57...

Trump’s Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Announces More than $21 Million in Grants to Improve Road Safety on Tribal Lands | FHWA Contact: FHWA.PressOffice@dot.gov

USDOT announced more than $21 million in grants to go toward road safety planning, data collection, and transportation safety improvements in Tribal communities.

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The Trump administration's crackdown on immigrant truckers shifts into higher gear The White House wants tougher rules for commercial licenses after several high-profile crashes involving foreign-born drivers. But critics say that would do little to make the nation's roads safer.

The Trump administration aims to restrict CDL access for immigrants with temporary legal status after crashes involving foreign-born drivers. Critics argue this won't significantly improve road safety.

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DOT Announces English-Only CDL Tests and Expanded Safety Crackdown FMCSA is enacting changes to strengthen oversight of CDL education with the intent of improving highway safety.

DOT’s latest safety actions could bring real changes for commercial drivers and carriers.

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Prevost Network Expands at Goodlettsville Location Prevost announces the expansion of its Goodlettsville service center, enhancing both capacity and efficiency at the branch.

Prevost is continuing to invest in service capacity where operators need it most. The expansion at its Goodlettsville, TN, location adds new offices, more parking, and increases the number of service bays from 13 to 19.

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ABA recently sat with new FMCSA Administrator Derek Barr to talk about his new role and vision for the agency.

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USDOT Launches New Partnership in Celebration of America’s 250th Birthday The USDOT announced a multi-platform storytelling initiative for their Great American Road Trip celebration.

America’s 250th birthday is a chance to bring people together through travel, discovery, and shared experience. Rediscover America's history, culture, innovation, and natural beauty.

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⏰ Applications close April 30 (11:59 p.m. ET) for ABA Foundation scholarships. Up to 21 awards / $100K+ total. Open to freshman–grad + technical/trade programs. Apply: https://aim.applyISTS.net/AMBUS
(Key: AMBUS)
#financialaid#transportation #travel #tourism #hospitality #busoperator #touroperator

ABA Foundation Launches New Survivor Scholarship to Support Survivors of Human Trafficking ABA adds a flexible scholarship to its ABAF offerings, providing support to survivors of human trafficking.

The ABA Foundation just launched a new Survivor Scholarship to support survivors of human trafficking with practical, flexible help—on their terms.

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ABA is a proud sponsor for this year's Heritage & Cultural Tourism Conference, being held in Sitka, Alaska from March 17 - 19.
https://bit.ly/HCTConference

#IndigenousTourism #CulturalTourism #GroupTour #Experiences #BusesBringBusiness #BusesMoveAmerica #OpeningRoads

This Black History Month, we remember how buses became more than a way to get from point A to point B—they became a way forward.

#BlackHistoryMonth #BusesMoveAmerica #RiderEquality #ABA100 #CivilRightsHistory
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⏰ Applications close April 30 (11:59 p.m. ET) for ABA Foundation scholarships. Up to 21 awards / $100K+ total. Open to freshman–grad + technical/trade programs. Apply: https://aim.applyISTS.net/AMBUS
(Key: AMBUS)
#financialaid#transportation #travel #tourism #hospitality #busoperator #touroperator

Join the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission (VA250) as they honor the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, the Revolutionary War, and the quest for independence.

#America250 #VA250 #OpeningRoads #BusesMoveAmerica

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Map Your Journey: State-by-State Events That Bring the Celebration to Life Your road map to the standout events and experiences that make this Route 66 Centennial celebration truly shine.

Route 66 celebrates its 100th anniversary this year, turning into an ideal itinerary for group tours.

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#Route66Centennial #GroupTravel #TourPlanning #Motorcoach #HeritageTravel #America250

EPA Further Addresses Diesel Exhaust Fluid Issues Affecting Motorcoach Operators, Trucking US Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin announced that the EPA is seeking information from major diesel engine manufacturers on critical data on DEF system failures.

EPA intensifies focus on DEF system failures that cause speed loss and shutdowns, impacting the motorcoach and trucking industries.

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FMCSA Final Rule Severely Limits Non-Domiciled CDL Eligibility FMCSA issues final rule regarding eligibility restrictions for non-domiciled CDLs and CLPs.

Last week, the FMCSA issued a Final Rule that sharply restricts who can qualify for a non-domiciled CDL/CLP—and it takes effect soon.

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Motorcoach Sales Exceed 2,000 Units for Second Straight Year as Industry Enters Next Phase of Growth New motorcoach sales rose 29.8 percent year over year in Q4 2025, marking the strongest single-quarter growth of the recovery

Back-to-back years of 2,000+ motorcoach units sold. Q4 2025: 742 total (657 new, 85 pre-owned). New sales +29.8% YoY; pre-owned -52%. Fleet replacement is real and accelerating.
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Motorcoach Sales Exceed 2,000 Units for Second Straight Year as Industry Enters Next Phase of Growth New motorcoach sales rose 29.8 percent year over year in Q4 2025, marking the strongest single-quarter growth of the recovery

Motorcoach sales exceed 2,000 units for 2nd straight year!

Operators invest with confidence as major global events and long-delayed fleet replacement drive demand for safer, more advanced vehicles.
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#BusesBringBusiness #BusesMoveAmerica

'Aggressive' phishing scheme targeting motor carriers Carriers are receiving emails that “are fake and designed to steal sensitive information or demand illegal payments,” FMCSA said. Plus, more trucking news.

🚨FMCSA warns of ‘aggressive’ phishing scam targeting carriers🚨
The agency recently issued an alert about “a new, aggressive phishing campaign” targeting motor carriers.

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ESC-MSC-SSC-WSC - Regional Emergency Declaration - No. 2026-001 - 01-22-2026 | FMCSA Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration January 23, 2026 REGIONAL EMERGENCY DECLARATION PURSUANT TO 49 CFR § 390.23 No. 2026-001

FMCSA of the USDOT announced a Regional Emergency Declaration due to the severe winter storms and exceptionally cold weather impacting several states this past weekend.

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#ABAMarketplace #Road2Reno Recap! From start to finish, the 47th ABA Marketplace was a jam-packed experience for everyone as the Association celebrated our members and kicked off our Centenni...

Experience the excitement with our #ABAMarketplace #Road2Reno recap! Revisit those unforgettable moments or jump into the fun if you couldn't make it. Don't let FOMO bring you down—catch up with in all the action today!

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📣📣📣Meet Daimler Coaches North America at Booth 201!

We’re excited to return to #ABAMarketplace with the Mercedes-Benz Tourrider, engineered for premium comfort, safety, and performance for the North American market.

Learn more about the Tourrider:
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Escape to the Outer Banks, NC, for charming coastal towns, national parks, and adventures. Explore 100+ miles of shoreline and rich history. You won't regret it!

Plan your ultimate vacation at www.outerbanks.org

#OBX #Explore #Travel #ABAMarketplace
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The Stories and Wins That Defined 2025 for Bus and Group Travel The moments, milestones, and momentum that moved the bus industry forward

2025 was a big year for bus and group travel, with safety advances, advocacy wins, and community growth. Check out the stories that shaped our year and gear us up for 2026.
#BusesBringBusiness #ABA100
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