Austin, TX (April 8, 2025) – The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2025 International Bus Roadeo, an event recognizing the skill and professionalism of public transit bus operators and maintenance crews.

This year’s competition took place in Austin, TX, where 75 bus operators, 52 maintenance teams, and 43 combined teams demonstrated their abilities in various driving, safety, and repair scenarios. From precision maneuvers to brake and door repairs, participants showcased their skills before a panel of judges.

“The APTA Bus Roadeo is a celebration of excellence, and this year’s winners have truly demonstrated the highest caliber of skill and professionalism in public transit operations,” said APTA President and CEO Paul P. Skoutelas. “The commitment to safety and customer service displayed by all participants sets a standard for the industry. Congratulations to all and thank you for advancing public transportation.”

The winners of the 2025 International Bus Roadeo are:

  • Grand Champion: Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transit Authority, Los Angeles, CA
    • First Runner Up: Oahu Transit Services, Inc., Honolulu, HI
    • Second Runner Up: Jacksonville Transportation Authority, Jacksonville, FL
  • First Place Operator: Matt Chomjak, Community Transit, Everett, WA
    • Second Place Operator: Douglas Rego – Oahu Transit Services, Inc., Honolulu, HI
    • Third Place Operator: Ramon Farfan – Jacksonville Transportation Authority, Jacksonville, FL
  • First Place Maintenance Team: Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transit Authority, Los Angeles, CA
    • Second Place Maintenance Team: VIA Metropolitan Transit, San Antonio, TX
    • Third Place Maintenance Team: Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA), Columbus, OH
  • USSC Pre-Trip Inspection Winner: Ramon Farfan – Jacksonville Transportation Authority, Jacksonville, FL
  • Wabtec Vapor Door Winner: Charlotte Area Transit System, Charlotte, NC
  • MCI/New Flyer Multiplex Winner: Kitsap Transit, Bremerton, WA
  • Thermo King HVAC Winner: Kitsap Transit, Bremerton, WA
  • Custom Training Aids Brake System Winner: Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transit Authority, Los Angeles, CA
  • Cummins/Voith Power Train Winner: Oahu Transit Services, Inc., Honolulu, HI
  • Cummins/Allison Power Train Winner: Charlotte Area Transit System, Charlotte, NC
  • USSC Vehicle Inspection Winner: Jacksonville Transportation Authority, Jacksonville, FL
  • Gillig Written Test Winner: Regional Transportation District (RTD), Denver, CO

Media contact: Amy Thompson, athompson@apta.com, 202-285-2997.

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