Michigan public transit drivers to compete in 47th Annual Small Bus Roadeo

FRANKENMUTH, Mich. - The 47th Annual Michigan Small Bus Roadeo is a statewide bus operators' skills test competition and training event to determine the best small bus public transit drivers in Michigan. Competitors must take a written test, navigate an obstacle course, assist a passenger using a wheelchair, and conduct a vehicle safety inspection at the event. The Roadeo reinforces safe driving habits and professionalism behind the wheel while ensuring passenger safety.

Who:
Approximately 44 bus drivers representing 16 transit agencies
Michigan Association of Transportation Systems (MASSTrans)
Michigan Public Transit Association (MPTA)
Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT)
Corporate sponsors
Media
Public

When:
Thursday, July 25, 2024
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (approximately)

Where:
Bavarian Inn Lodge
1 Covered Bridge Lane
Frankenmuth, MI 48734

Background:
Michigan transit agency managers, MDOT staff, and other volunteers will serve as judges. Winners will be announced at a dinner on July 25. The top three winners will represent Michigan by competing in the National Bus Roadeos held at the Community Transportation Association of America's (CTAA) annual expos. First, second and third place winners will compete in the 2025 CTAA Roadeo in San Diego, CA.

Event contact:
Contact Carrie Thompson, Cadillac/Wexford Transit Authority, at 231-709-1899 or [email protected].