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CAPITOL HILL DAYS APRIL 10-11
DEALING WITH DEBT
PRESERVE INDUSTRY HISTORY
MEMBER BENEFIT: TIRES
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Your weekly member news & updates
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2018 Capitol Hill Day for Motorcoach Operators:
April 10-11
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Motorcoach operators are invited to Washington, DC, April 10-11, 2018 for UMA's Capitol Hill Day Fly In. The event includes a professional legislative briefing, group dinner, customized legislative meeting schedule, and a debriefing at the end of the day. There is no charge to attend the Fly In, so the only cost to operators is hotel and transportation to D.C.
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If you love EXPO
and
low prices, pre-register for 2019 at the lowest operator rate you'll see all year! We'll be in Fort Lauderdale on the same dates next year. Join us!
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The top-rated UMA member benefit continues to be
Bus & Motorcoach News
, which is the flagship publication of our industry. In addition to print copies twice a month, members get all the news in their email inbox weekly. Members can increase frequency to receive daily email updates or go online 24/7 to access
Bus & Motorcoach News
and see all the latest news as well as search the archives. Did you catch these two recently featured articles?
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NY lawmakes seek tougher rules for doubledeckers
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Albany, NY-- A state lawmaker is seeking tougher regulatroins on double-decker sightseeing buses in New York City, which he says are needed to protect tourists, pedestrians and motorists.
Democratic Sen. Brad Hoylman of Manhattan said several legal loopholes allow the buses to skirt the safety and regulatory rules that apply to other kinds of buses.
“Double-decker tour buses aren’t only a nuisance to my constituents in Manhattan, but it turns out they also are evading regulatory scrutiny in New York, making them a potential disaster waiting to happen,” Hoylman said
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Nearly 60,000 warned or cited
during Safe Driver Week
GREENBELT, Md. — A total of 59,193 warnings and citations were issued to commercial motor vehicle and passenger vehicle drivers during the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s Operation Safe Driver Week October 15-21, and it was clear that car drivers speed a lot more than commercial drivers.
During the weeklong initiative, law enforcement agencies throughout the United States and Canada increased roadway traffic safety enforcement and education to address dangerous driving behaviors by commercial and passenger vehicle drivers.
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HELP SAVE A PIECE OF INDUSTRY HISTORY
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Bus museum seeks donors to support acquisition
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A rescue fund has been established to acquire the last GMC coach ever produced, and donate it to the Museum of Bus Transportation in Hershey, PA for preservation. It is still in excellent running condition, powered by an 8V-71 Detroit Diesel and a 4-speed Spicer manual transmission. UMA members are invited to help fund this aquisition.
The Museum of Bus Transportation does not currently have a “Buffalo” style coach, and they do not have adequate resources to acquire it.
Donation levels are: GOLD $5,000 and above; SILVER— $2,500—$4,999; BRONZE - $1,000—$2,499, and SPONSOR under $1,000. Contributions are tax-deductible.
Please make check out to GMC Rescue Fund c/o Limoliner LLC, 154 Maple St, Stoughton, MA 02072. Include your name, company, address, phone, email address, and a quote if you would like to have one inscribed on the donation plaque.
In the event the acquisition level is not reached, all money will be refunded in full.
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UMA members qualify for discounts on leading tire brands
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Motorcoach Tire Sales has teamed with Toyo to provide discounted pricing specifically for UMA members. Offering direct shipping directly from Toyo distribution centers to the Operator's front door, this unique model streamlines the tire purchasing process and enables Motorcoach Tire Sales to provide aggressive pricing for UMA members. The Toyo M144 coach tire is designed specifically for the motorcoach industry, with a higher load rating than industry standard and other proprietary features to ensure long wear and a smooth ride.
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YOU ARE UMA
Remember, as a UMA member you have the power of discounts on the best products and services, access to relevant education, targeted professional resources, and colleagues all over the map. Remember to consult your member directory when you need help on the road, access to more vehicles to meet demand, or services out of your area. We are UMA!
Reach the UMA staff by calling (703) 838-2929 or by email at
info@uma.org. We love to hear from our members!
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