At MTRWESTERN, we’ve spent the last three years paving a new path focused on transitioning our motorcoach fleet to zero-emission electric buses. While this ambitious initiative to reduce our carbon footprint springboards ahead, establishing the charging infrastructure to support electric bus operations has come with its own set of challenges. For any motorcoach operator considering…
At MTRWESTERN, safety is far more than just a policy or protocol – it’s a core value that is woven into every aspect of our company culture. From our driver training program to the maintenance of our fleet, fostering a safe environment for our passengers and employees is our top priority. Here are seven ways…
For 20+ years, MTRWESTERN has been synonymous with excellence in the transportation industry. We have built a strong reputation for our commitment to safety, hospitality, client satisfaction, and sustainability. As businesses evolve, it’s essential to adapt and innovate to continually map to future goals and growth. With this in mind, we embarked on a journey…
At MTRWESTERN, safety is not just a priority – it’s our guiding principle, our unwavering commitment, our mantra. We are thrilled to announce a significant enhancement to our safety protocols with the integration of Netradyne AI safety cameras onto our fleet of motorcoaches. This revolutionary step underscores our unwavering commitment to passenger safety and reflects…
At MTRWESTERN, we understand the crucial role we play in shaping a greener future, and we are committed to implementing innovative solutions to reduce our carbon footprint. While we continue our longer range focus on transitioning our fleet to electric buses, our immediate focus centers on our strategic decision to utilize R99 renewable diesel fuel…
As the world continues to grapple with the urgent need for sustainable transportation solutions, companies like MTRWESTERN are taking bold steps toward electrification. As the first bus operator in the U.S. to run a fully electric bus on an intercity route, we’re committed to leading the charge in transitioning our fleet to electric buses. It’s…
Advancing MTRWestern’s Environmental Initiatives – A Year in Review As we draw near to the end of another transformative year at MTRWestern, I’m proud to reflect on the strides we’ve taken in our commitment to sustainability. 2023 has been a year marked by innovation, collaboration, and purpose-driven action as we’ve pushed the boundaries of environmental…
Gasoline prices in the Pacific Northwest are hovering around $5 a gallon. Greenhouse gas emissions have returned to their ominous pre-pandemic levels. To paraphrase Maya Angelou, when the world shows you what’s to come, believe it. And right now, the world is once again showing us that fossil fuels are a dead end. First Steps…
MTRWestern is an industry leading charter bus rental service in the Pacific Northwest. As such, we strive to provide clients with the absolute best transportation options for short or long-distance travel. As of 2021, we began road testing a brand new, 100% electric bus with plans of incorporating it into our fleet. The Vanhool CX45E…
