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United Motorcoach Association

Name: United Motorcoach Association
Address: Alexandria, VA, US
Telephone: +17038382929

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UMA is a thriving association of more than 900 motorcoach operators and industry suppliers.

10/09/2026

Did you miss this story in our Bus and Motorcoach News Flash this week?

⚠️ Red-dyed diesel: Is the potential savings worth the risk?

A new executive order temporarily eases restrictions on red-dyed diesel, allowing its use without immediate federal taxes or penalties through 2026.

But for motorcoach operators, the decision may not be so simple.

While the change could offer some fuel cost savings, questions remain about future tax payments, state enforcement, and dye residue that can remain in fuel systems long after switching back to clear diesel.

UMA's Ken Presley urges operators to weigh the potential savings against the compliance risks before making the switch.

Catch up by reading the full article as one of this week's Top News Stories in today's NewsFlash.

10/07/2026

🚌 Help shape the future of UMA.

UMA is seeking candidates to serve on the Board of Directors and help represent our members and the motorcoach industry.

Know someone who would be a strong voice for the industry? Nominate them — or nominate yourself!

Board members help guide UMA, represent member interests, and strengthen the association for the future.

📅 Nominations are due October 27.

Learn more and submit a nomination:
https://uma.org/uma-seeks-candidates-for-board-of-directors/

10/06/2026

🚌 Safety Tip Tuesday | Night Driving

Less daylight means more time behind the wheel after dark.

As daylight hours get shorter, drivers may spend more of their routes driving at night. Reduced visibility can make it harder to spot pedestrians, road hazards, changing conditions, and other vehicles.

When driving after dark:
✓ Make sure headlights, taillights, and marker lights are clean and working properly
✓ Keep windshields and mirrors clean to help reduce glare
✓ Adjust your speed for reduced visibility
✓ Increase following distance when needed
✓ Stay alert for pedestrians, cyclists, wildlife, and other hazards
✓ Avoid looking directly at oncoming headlights

Stay alert. Improve visibility. Drive safely after dark.

10/05/2026

🏆 Know someone making a difference in the motorcoach industry?

Now is the time to recognize them! Nominations are open for the UMA Vision Awards and the MCI-sponsored UMA Environmental Leadership Award.

Help us recognize the people and companies demonstrating leadership, excellence, and a commitment to moving the motorcoach industry forward.
📅 Nominations close October 19!

🏆 UMA Vision Awards:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf2QuFmKO6uHi9ymwJniMOFgdCiybJr8yGG2BmkpZvJBuV_3w/viewform

🌱 UMA Environmental Leadership Award, sponsored by MCI:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe62U6FFB_oFS6AeoNnYvwoOxYRxWhVclATNfE7rJBlViQe0A/viewform

Submit your nomination and help us recognize this year's honorees at UMA Motorcoach EXPO 2027!

10/02/2026

Honoring a legacy. Investing in the motorcoach industry's future.

John S. Hall Sr. of John Hall's Alaska dedicated decades to the motorcoach industry and believed strongly in the people who keep it moving.

The John S. Hall Memorial Industry Award carries that legacy forward by helping individuals pursue education, training, and professional development that supports their future in the motorcoach industry.

🎓 Up to $2,500 per recipient
🚌 Up to two recipients each year
📅 Applications due November 1

Learn more about John S. Hall Sr.'s legacy and the award:
https://www.busandmotorcoachnews.com/john-hall-sr-s-legacy-lives-on-through-motorcoach-industry-award/

Apply today:
https://uma.org/john-s-hall-sr-memorial-motorcoach-industry-award/

10/01/2026

🚌 Strengthen Your Safety Program at the UMA Safety Management Seminar

Join safety professionals from across the motorcoach industry December 2–3 in Baltimore, MD, for practical education, industry updates, and collaborative learning.

At the seminar, you’ll:

✓ Learn about training, OSHA, depositions, dashcams, and more
✓ Work with your peers in interactive breakout working groups
✓ Take home practical ideas for your operation
✓ Hear planned industry updates from CVSA, FMCSA, and NTSB
✓ Gain knowledge to help strengthen your safety program

Ready to join us?

🔗 Sign up here: https://unitedmotorcoachassociationuma.growthzoneapp.com/ap/Events/Register/wZFBYMQteCxCw

09/30/2026

📍 Where is UMA?

UMA's Carrington Blake and Bridget Dongu are in Atlantic City for the GNEMA 2026 Fall Annual Association Meeting & Events!

They're spending time connecting with motorcoach professionals and catching up with industry colleagues.

If you're at GNEMA and haven't met Carrington and Bridget yet, stop by and say hello! 👋

09/29/2026

🚌 Safety Tip Tuesday | Severe Weather Preparedness

Recent severe weather along the East Coast reminds us that conditions can change quickly when you're on the road.

Before and during a trip:
✓ Check weather and road conditions along your entire route
✓ Be prepared for changing conditions and possible detours
✓ Slow down and increase following distance when conditions worsen
✓ Watch for standing water, downed trees, debris, and other hazards
✓ Make sure drivers know when conditions are no longer safe to continue
✓ Have a plan for communicating delays or route changes

Being prepared can help drivers make safer decisions when conditions change.

Check the forecast. Plan. Put safety first.

09/28/2026

Advocacy isn’t just something UMA does, it’s part of our mission.

Our mission is to protect, empower, and elevate motorcoach companies and industry stakeholders through bold advocacy, innovative education, and strategic collaboration, fostering safe, reliable, and future-ready passenger transportation across North America.

That means making sure the motorcoach industry has a voice. UMA works to represent our members, bring operators’ concerns to decision-makers, and stay engaged on issues that can affect your business and the industry as a whole.

Your business. Your industry. Your voice.

09/24/2026

📚 8 sessions announced. 24 more to come!

We've officially revealed 8 of the 32 education sessions coming to the 2027 UMA Motorcoach EXPO, and we're just getting started!

Explore the sessions announced so far and get a preview of what you can expect to learn in San Antonio:
🔗 https://motorcoachexpo.com/2027-expo-education-sessions/

Then make plans to join us at UMA Motorcoach EXPO 2027 for education, industry connections, and ideas you can bring back to your operation.

Address

Alexandria, VA

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+17038382929

Website

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