Road XS Podcast
Road XS Podcast
Road XS
The podcast for community transport providers and those with a general interest surrounding public transport and transport in general. We discuss topical issues and provide help, advice and strategies. Visit www.roadxs.com to learn more.
🎃 Halloween Special: Creepy Transport Stories
Welcome to a Halloween special of the Road XS Podcast.  In this episode we explore some of the creepiest transport stories known including: The Stockbridge Bypass, The Devil's Highway, Blue Bell Hill, The Aberbeeg Road Policeman, Pitt Lane, Bethnal Green Station and more.  If you like your ghost stories, then these will definitely freak you out this Halloween!#happyhalloween #ghoststories #creepystories
Oct 27, 2021
16 min
Have a Happy and Safe Christmas
On the 19th December 2020, Boris Johnson announced that the UK could not continue with Christmas as planned.  Tier 4 was introduced and millions faced brand-new restrictions.  Christmas 2020 is a Christmas like no other.  However, there is a lot to look forward to and be hopeful about for the year ahead in 2021.  We would also like to wish all our listeners a very happy, and safe Christmas.To find out more about Road XS visit our website at www.roadxs.com   #transport #coronavirus #covid19 #christmas2020
Dec 23, 2020
4 min
Corona Virus (COVID-19) Special
A special edition of the Road XS Podcast during the Corona Virus (COVID-19) pandemic. We have been working hard to develop a community delivery service and well-being addon to support efforts of all communities across the UK.  In this episode we touch upon the latest events and how the UK has changed since our last podcast episode and the impact the corona virus has had on our daily lives.  We wish all our listeners a safe and happy Easter.  We'll see you on the other side.
Apr 10, 2020
9 min
Transporting the Community with Celia Arthur from Bluwave Community Transport
This episode offers a fascinating insight into the challenges which are facing community transport services up and down the country.  We welcome our special guest, Celia Arthur, the transport manager for Bluwave Community Transport (www.bluwave.org.uk), and we had a call to discuss the importance and value the role volunteer drivers play in their local community and how you too can become a volunteer driver.  Bluwave Community Transport are particularly busy and are always on the lookout for more volunteers and drivers.  We also discuss how Road XS (www.roadxs.com) is allowing them to do more journeys with less drivers to meet the increased demand for their services from the local community.  If you're in need for community transport services, don't forget to get in touch with your local provider, they really do make difference to people's lives every day.  Let's jump in!
Dec 2, 2019
19 min
The Need for Volunteer Drivers
Volunteer drivers are the backbone of community transport services.  Without them, people would not be able to get to where they need to be.  In this episode we take a look at the importance of volunteer drivers and how they help their local communities get to where they need to be.
Oct 24, 2019
6 min
The Value of Community Transport with Special Guest David Squires
In this episode we're really pleased to welcome our special guest David Squires. We discuss amongst many things the value of community transport for communities, the history of VASA (www.vasa.org.uk), increased traffic, car sharing, calendars and even rugby players! Listen in to the most entertaining episode yet! If you would like to appear on our show or would like more information, then please email [email protected] or visit www.roadxs.com for details.
Apr 12, 2019
28 min
GPS Tracking Technology - The Pros and Cons
In this episode we take a look at the pros and cons of using GPS technology for your community transport services.  Road XS includes a tracking device which can help deliver a demand responsive transport service, but with every new technology there are often pros and cons.  Have a listen to this episode and find out more! Visit www.roadxs.com for more information and as ever feel free to get in touch.
Mar 5, 2019
10 min
The Decline of the Community Bus Service
In this episode we take a look at the impact the decline of the community bus service has on local areas and whether anything can be done to bridge the gap.  Find out more at www.roadxs.com and feel free to get in touch with your thoughts, feedback and ideas!
Feb 27, 2019
11 min
How to Handle Increased Passenger Demand and Growth
In this episode we take a look at how you can handle increased passenger demand on your transport services.  We highlight some of the key methods and features within Road XS to meet this increased demand and remain completely in control.  Find out more about Road XS at www.roadxs.com
Feb 21, 2019
17 min
What's the Future for Community Transport?
In this episode we take a look at what might be in store for community transport services as autonomous vehicles, drones and flying cars take to our skies.  Can technology really give you the confidence and safety that a volunteer or professional driver can?  We also talk about whether software actually reduces our intelligence and basic knowledge of the local area and whether this is a good or bad thing?  Let us know what you think by visiting our website at www.roadxs.com and start a chat with us.  Happy listening!
Feb 6, 2019
12 min
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