If you are dreaming about life on the road, one of the biggest decisions is what kind of vehicle to call home. RVs are an obvious choice because they already come equipped with many of the basics. But for people who want more control over their layout, materials, storage, and overall living space, a bus conversion can be an appealing alternative. Both options have advantages, but there are several reasons a school bus, shuttle bus, or coach bus may be worth considering for your mobile home project. Customize the Space Around Your Lifestyle One of the biggest advantages of a… Read more »
Nursing homes and assisted living facilities can be excellent options to enhance a person’s quality of life. They offer personalized, expert care for those who are unable to fully care for themselves, a community to support these individuals, and peace of mind for their loved ones to know they’re safe. It takes plenty of resources for these organizations to meet the needs of their residents or members, including access to reliable transportation. Fortunately, there is an easy and affordable solution at your fingertips—a new or used bus! Take a look at some of the ways your nursing home or assisted… Read more »
Tourist travel by bus allows the entire group to stay together so that you don’t have to worry about waiting around for anyone to catch up or arrive at your final destination. But there can be some challenges that come along with taking long distance trips, and we want to help you conquer them. Beat your bus ride blues with a few of our long distance travel tips below. Designate an Activities Coordinator Sitting on a bus for hours at a time would cause anyone to get stir crazy. That’s why it’s a good idea for groups to elect an… Read more »
A trial of a Ford-operated, commuter ride-share service app was approved for launch in London this past January. Chariot, the business providing the ride share services through the app, will allow passengers to pay a premium over a regular bus fare price for pre-booked trips running along four routes. As shared mobility services reach all-time popularity levels, vehicle manufacturers such as Ford are turning away from a traditional industry platform and toward a more user-friendly model. The ride-share service is part of an effort to ramp up what Ford calls their microtransit plan. The use of the Chariot app is… Read more »
2018 is the year of public transit’s revival, as cities nationwide increasingly look to limit congestion, cut back on car exhaust, and make their streets more enjoyable for everyone. With the push to go green, focusing new attention on public transit, especially in regards to buses, will be instrumental in future development. The first major trend involves the experimentation of BRT, or what’s known as bus rapid transit. In Indianapolis, work will begin this year on a 13-mile rapid transit line which will run across the city. When done, buses are expected to pick up passengers from stops every ten… Read more »
