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Mears Transportation Group to Test Freightliner Sprinter Vans

September, 2010 – In our continuing commitment to the environment, Mears Transportation Group has purchased and will begin testing the new Freightliner 2011 Sprinter Shuttle Van.

The Freightliner 2011 Sprinter is an eleven passenger, turbo diesel vehicle that will deliver 21 miles per gallon of fuel. All 2011 Sprinters are powered by a 3.0-liter V6 diesel that gets 30 percent better fuel economy than a comparable gasoline engine.

The Sprinter offers more space and comfort for passengers, as well as additional luggage capability.

The company has purchased six Sprinter vans, one of which will be wheelchair accessible.

Freightliner Sprinter Vans

Mears Transportation Group has entered into an agreement with Green Ride Global

March 15, 2010 – Mears Transportation Group has entered into an agreement with Green Ride Global (www.GreenRideGlobal.com) to measure, monitor and assist in developing a comprehensive Environmental Policy to address the immediate and long-term impact of all aspects of our business. To this end, we have implemented an ISO 14001 compliant Environmental Management System that includes strategies to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from fuel consumption, electricity use, supply purchases, waste disposal and employee travel. For more information, please visit www.GreenRideGlobal.com or click here for additional information on Mears Transportation’s commitment to reducing our company’s impact on the environment.

Mears Transportation Group donates $39,000 for Haitian Earthquake relief efforts

March 1, 2010 - Mears Transportation Group announced today that more than $39,000 was raised in employee pledges and a dollar for dollar company matching challenge to be donated to the Red Cross for Haitian Earthquake relief efforts. In addition to funds raised, more than 8,000 lbs of donated items including food, water and medical supplies was also collected and donated to the effort.