California Bus Association

03/06/2026

03/03/2026

One week until our Emergency Preparedness Webinar, When Seconds Matter: Emergency Preparedness for Motorcoach Operators.

When seconds matter, preparation is essential.

Join Kimberlee Bissegger of Lancer Insurance Company on March 10 for this important virtual session.

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/CBA-Emergency-Preparedness

02/27/2026

Two weeks until CBA's Emergency Preparedness Webinar, When Seconds Matter: Emergency Preparedness for Motorcoach Operators.

If a medical emergency or vehicle accident occurred tomorrow, would your team know exactly what to do?

Join us March 10 at 10:00 a.m. PT to build a clear, actionable emergency response plan.

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/CBA-Emergency-Preparedness

02/20/2026

The first five minutes of an emergency define everything.

Are you prepared?

March 10 | 10:00 a.m. PT
When Seconds Matter: Emergency Preparedness for Motorcoach Operators
Presented by Kimberlee Bissegger, Lancer Insurance Company

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/CBA-Emergency-Preparedness

02/13/2026

Emergencies don’t send calendar invites.

From medical crises and vehicle accidents to fires and natural disasters, preparation makes the difference between chaos and control.

Join the California Bus Association on Tuesday, March 10 at 10:00 a.m. PT for a virtual Webinar, When Seconds Matter: Emergency Preparedness for Motorcoach Operators, presented by Bissegger, AVP of Loss Control at Lancer Insurance Company.

This session will focus on creating a simple, clear, and actionable emergency response plan for transportation operations.

Complimentary for CBA members.
Non-members welcome.

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/CBA-Emergency-Preparedness

02/12/2026

CBA Member TCS - Transportation Charter Services (TCS Bus), led by President Terry Fischer, was awarded the 2026 BUSRide Industry Achievement Award this afternoon at the UMA Motorcoach EXPO in Birmingham!

This honor recognizes TCS’s exceptional leadership, commitment to safety, and dedication to outstanding service in the motorcoach industry.

CBA is thrilled to celebrate this well-deserved achievement for such an outstanding member!

01/28/2026

Did you know?
CBA members in good standing get weekly legislative updates from our lobbyist — plus so much more when you log in to the Member Portal.

When you log in, you’ll also have access to:
• CARB updates sent directly to CBA
• FMCSA Motor Carrier news, including ELD changes
• An expanded member directory with individual contact information

All of this is exclusive to members — keeping you informed and connected.

✅ Log in today and see what’s new: tinyurl.com/CBA-Member-Portal

01/27/2026

Associate Member Spotlight: Motor Coach Industries

For decades, Motor Coach Industries has set the standard in motorcoach design, combining safety, reliability, and comfort. Their impact goes beyond vehicles — they actively support the California Bus Association, helping shape programs and initiatives that benefit operators across the state.

You may recognize Juan Lepe, board member and chair of CBA’s Associate Steering Council, and Dave Dorr, both contributing their expertise to CBA committees. MCI also proudly sponsors the Technician of the Year Award, celebrating the professionals who keep fleets running safely and efficiently.

We’re proud to have MCI as a CBA Associate Member, helping operators deliver safe, high-quality travel experiences.

01/24/2026

Congratulations, TCS - Transportation Charter Services - we're so proud to have such a great company and CBA member representing the California travel industry.

Big news for the TCS family 💚

Transportation Charter Services has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 TODAY! Award presented by Groups Today! This recognition highlights an ABA member making a real impact in group travel through relevancy, growth, advocacy, innovation, and industry leadership.

What makes it even more meaningful is that this honor came from nominations submitted by industry peers. We’re proud to represent the work our entire team puts in every day, and we’re excited to celebrate this milestone at ABA Marketplace in Reno

Thank you to everyone who supported the nomination—and congratulations to the entire TCS team!

01/24/2026

CBA Operator Spotlight: Pacific Coachways

We’re proud to spotlight Pacific Coachways, a CBA Operator Member and winner of the 2026 ABA Environmental Leadership Award, sponsored by Motor Coach Industries, for their long-standing commitment to sustainable group transportation across Southern California.

For more than 35 years, this family-run company has proven that moving people can also mean protecting the planet. By offering an alternative to single-vehicle travel, Pacific Coachways helps reduce emissions, traffic congestion, and overall environmental impact for large events, conventions, schools, and corporate programs.

Environmental leadership starts at home
From operating newer, clean-diesel coaches to prioritizing efficient routing, preventive maintenance, and responsible driving habits, sustainability is embedded into daily operations and staff culture.

Stewardship beyond the fleet
Pacific Coachways actively educates clients and event planners on the environmental benefits of charter motorcoach travel — turning every trip into a real-world example of eco-conscious transportation.

Industry leadership with impact
Deeply engaged with ABA, UMA and IMG, Pacific Coachways helps shape best practices across the industry. Their leadership legacy runs strong, with both Tom Giddens and Michael Giddens serving as Presidents of the California Bus Association.

Congratulations to Pacific Coachways for leading by example and advancing a cleaner, greener future for group transportation.



(photo credit: American Bus Association)

01/23/2026

Attention CBA Operators: FMCSA is offering Grant Programs Technical Assistance Webinars to help operators understand and apply for FY 2026 grant funding, including High Priority, CDLPI, and CMVOST grants.

These webinars cover eligibility, application steps, and available resources—whether you’re new to grant funding or looking to expand your projects.

View the schedule, register, or watch recorded sessions here:
https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/grantswebinars

01/20/2026

Hands-on learning continued last week at CBA’s 31st Annual Maintenance Seminar.

Monday featured a CBA Education Bite with Motor Coach Industries, followed by Tuesday’s industry visits to Amador Stage Lines with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance, and Lancer Insurance Company and then TEC Equipment, where attendees took part in a CBA Education Bite featuring Bridgestone.

From OEM insights to real-world regulatory, safety, and tire maintenance discussions, the focus stayed on practical education operators can put to work.