I've spent several hours the last few days checking, updating, and adding links on the Links for Motorcoach Operators page on the EightWheels Across America website. A number of the bus parking links were broken; I'm amazed at how many cities move pages they know people have bookmarked but fail to redirect visitors to the new page. Oh well, it gives me something to do on my … [Read more...] about Links Page Updates
Driving
Introducing “EightWheels Across America” on Facebook — a Group for Motorcoach Drivers/Motorcoach Operators
EightWheels Across America on Facebook is an extension of the EightWheels Across America website, podcast, and YouTube videos. Its purpose is to provide a safe place for motorcoach drivers in the United States and Canada to discuss issues, share information, and develop camaraderie. While it’s primarily intended for current motorcoach drivers (or o … [Read more...] about Introducing “EightWheels Across America” on Facebook — a Group for Motorcoach Drivers/Motorcoach Operators
New YouTube Channel for Motorcoach Operators!
Introducing my new YouTube channel, especially for motorcoach operators! The first three videos have been posted with many more planned and in process. The first three videos focus on use of electronics in your motorcoach, both for you and for your groups especially on charter trips. Check them out, let me know what you think, and please SUBSCRIBE to the channel so you're made … [Read more...] about New YouTube Channel for Motorcoach Operators!
Motorcoaches Rolling for Awareness, Part 2
Barry Howell, from Minnesota Coaches, Inc., Minneapolis, Minnesota, joins me today in Episode #25 for a discussion of the epic motorcoach rally, “Motorcoaches Rolling for Awareness,” in Washington, DC this past Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Barry was in a sleeping berth in his coach on the way home to Minnesota, and I was in my home studio in Pennsylvania — it’s podcast history — my … [Read more...] about Motorcoaches Rolling for Awareness, Part 2
Motorcoaches Rolling for Awareness, Part 1
Wednesday, May 13, 2020, was a day most of us will never forget. Approximately 1,000 motorcoaches from over 400 companies representing all 50 of the United States converged on Washington, DC, for the “Motorcoaches Rolling for Awareness” rally organized by the ABA — the American Bus Association, and the UMA — the United Motorcoach Association. Episode #24 includes an overview … [Read more...] about Motorcoaches Rolling for Awareness, Part 1
What Is a Professional Motorcoach Operator?
A Discussion with Barry Howell of Minnesota Coaches, Inc. Professionalism includes a variety of personal qualities and behaviors that demonstrate a commitment to effective performance in a given job. Commitment and confidence, responsibility and dependability, honesty and ethics, and appearance and professional presence are central professional characteristics. In Episode … [Read more...] about What Is a Professional Motorcoach Operator?
Driving in New York City: An Interview with Bill Vila
Joining me today in Episode #21 of the EightWheels Across America podcast, from his home in Hoboken, NJ, is Mr. Bill Vila. Bill is a long-time motorcoach operator who has spent most of his driving life in and around New York City, driving everything from black limos to transit buses to motorcoaches. Here is our fascinating conversation about driving in New York City. Listen in … [Read more...] about Driving in New York City: An Interview with Bill Vila