Pittsburgh Regional Transit operator to participate in bus ‘Roadeo’

Natalie Miller

April 26, 2024 at 10:37 AM·1 min read

A Pittsburgh Regional Transit operator will put his driving skills to the test when he takes part in a national competition this weekend.

N’Gai Avery will compete in the American Public Transporation Association’s International Bus Roadeo in Portland, Oregon.

The Roadeo is a competition of driving skills and maintenance disciplines and acts as a training and networking experience for attendees.

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