0913Busline.FINAL_Layout 1 9/4/13 10:47 AM Page 1 0913Busline.FINAL_Layout 1 9/4/13 10:47 AM Page 2 Big Difference The Glaval Legacy just got bigger to make room for more luxury Answering popular demand, the Glaval Legacy comes in two sizes to meet your transportation needs: the normal 96 inch width or a more luxurious and spacious 102 inches of width. Offering a world of possibilities, with seating for up to 45 passengers, a wide variety of ADA-compliant paratransit options and available with rear luggage, overhead and under floor storage. The Legacy has the versatility you want and expect for even your most demanding needs. Built on the heavy-duty Freightliner S2C chassis and powered by the proven Cummins 6.7 liter ISB diesel engine and Allison Transmission, the Glaval Legacy gives the strength and energy required. Along with the rear air-ride suspension, the Legacy is sure to impress with stylish beauty, outstanding ride quality and rugged durability. Whether you are looking for limousine, charter, or even public shuttle transportation, the Legacy has just the answer. To see how Glaval’s Legacy gives you more luxury, call 1-800-445-2825 A Berkshire Hathaway Company · Elkhart, IN · 800-445-2825 · www.GlavalBus.com 1 1 0913Busline.FINAL_Layout 1 9/4/13 10:47 AM Page 3 +HDY\GXW\UHOLDELOLW\ 0DGHLQ86$ Happy operators Panoramic view Heavy-duty power trains Exceptional fuel economy ,QFUHGLEOHFRPIRUW 2XWVWDQGLQJVWDELOLW\ 8QPDWFKHGPDQHXYHUDELOLW\ Excellent stopping power Unmatched 24/7 factory support | Extensive parts availability | Nationwide service network | Exceptional warranties THERE ARE CERTAIN THINGS YOU WANT OUT OF A CHASSIS. LET’S START BY GIVING YOU ALL OF THEM. Compromising on your needs is never a good place to start. So we don’t make you. Product quality, numerous options, and uncompromising factory and service support. You get everything you need from your chassis and your manufacturer. 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CONTENTS 5Star Specialty Programs www.5starsp.com 7 Main Fare Box www.epco-mfb.com/mfb/M4.htm 58 ABC Companies www.abc-companies.com 37 Midwest Bus Corporation www.midwestbus.com 26 aesys www.aesys.com/us 54 Mile-X www.mile-x.com 56 Alexander Dennis Inc. www.alexander-dennis.com 17 Motor Coach Industries (MCI) www.mcicoach.com 19 Altro Transflor www.altrotransflor.com 53 Nissan Commercial Vehicles www.nissancommercialvehicles.com 9 American Cooling Technology, Inc. www.actusa.us.com 27 Prevost Car www.prevostcar.com 5, 64 ARBOC Specialty Vehicles www.arbocsv.com 28 ProAir, LLC www.proairllc.com 57 Atlantic Detroit Diesel-Allison www.atlanticdda.com 34 Protective Insurance Company www.protectiveinsurance.com 21 Bauer Compressors www.bauercng.com 25 Proterra www.proterra.com 15 Bauer’s Intelligent Transportation www.coachsales.com 10 Relational Bus Systems www.rbs2000.com 29 Bitzer www.bitzerus.com 31 Resorts Casino Hotel www.ResortsAC.com 61 Budget Truck & Autobody www.budgettruckandauto.com 59 RUD Chain Inc. www.ROTOGRIP.us 16 Chestnut Ridge Foam www.chestnutridgefoam.com 40 Safety Step www.safetystep.net 56 Clean Seal www.cleanseal.com 39 Service Insurance www.serviceins.com 59 Columbia Equipment www.columbiaequipment.com 41 Sutrak www.sutrakusa.com 32 Complete Coach Works www.completecoach.com 23 TEMSA (CH Bus Sales) www.temsa.com 13 Crompion International www.crompion.com 24 TIB (Transportation Insurance Brokers) www.tibinsurance.com 33 CUTA www.cutaactu.ca 35 Transit Sales International www.transitsales.com 14 De Leo Textiles www.deleoco.com 30 Turtle Top www.turtletop.com 11 Diamond Manufacturing www.diamondmfg.com 57 UMA Motorcoach EXPO www.motorcoachexpo.com 55 Dixie Electric, Ltd. www.dixie-electric.com 54 Vanner Power www.vanner.com 12, 18 Freightliner www.freightlinerchassis.com 3 Volvo www.prevostcar.com 64 Glaval Bus www.glavalbus.com 2 WEH Technologies Inc. www.weh.us 30 Holdsworth www.holdsworthfabrics.com 36 Willingham Inc. www.willinghaminc.com 20 Page 4 BUSLINE September/October 2013 1 1 12:16 PM 0913Busline.FINAL_Layout 1 9/4/13 10:47 AM Page 5 The true value of a Prevost coach goes far beyond the purchase price. Prevost coaches enrich your reputation by dependably transporting your passengers in comfort, style and safety. They move your business forward by ensuring the best possible fuel effi ciency and lowest operating cost. Our high-deck H-Series Coach offers state-of-the-art amenities that elevate every passenger’s experience. And our longer-wheelbase X3-45 Coach combines a luxurious ride with a wider entry and 80"-high interior passenger space. All Prevost motorcoaches are built to deliver exceptional performance, durability and value. Which makes Prevost the safest investment in a complex industry that’s always on the move. Please contact your Prevost Regional Sales Manager for more information. USA 1-877-773-8678 CANADA 418-883-3391 www.prevostcar.com The ultimate class. 12:16 PM 0913Busline.FINAL_Layout 1 9/4/13 10:47 AM Page 6 SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2013 Published by Rankin Publishing, Inc. www.buslinemag.com MAGAZINE Transit, oach, Transit, For Motorcoach, For Motorc Paratransit &ompanies Specialty ParatransitC &ompanies Specialty Vehicle C Vehicle 4ONE LLC...............................................................................22 Group Alpha, Inc.....................................................................36 Prevost....................................................................................42 5Star Specialty Program.........................................................22 Hadley.....................................................................................36 Prevost Parts ..........................................................................42 ABC Companies .....................................................................22 Handi-Hut, Inc.........................................................................36 ProAir, LLC..............................................................................42 Advantage Funding.................................................................24 Hansen International, Inc........................................................36 Proheat ...................................................................................42 AESYS, Inc. ............................................................................24 Holdsworth Fabrics .................................................................36 Protective Insurance Company...............................................42 Alexander Dennis Inc..............................................................24 HSM Transportation Solutions ................................................37 Proterra ..................................................................................43 Altro Transflor..........................................................................24 Imeco Cables Inc....................................................................37 Radio Engineering Industries, Inc. (REI) ................................43 Amaya-Astron Seating............................................................24 InPower LLC ...........................................................................37 Relational Bus Systems, Inc. - RBS .......................................43