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ProductsJanuary 15, 2015

LU18 low floor ramp

Lift-U's “Dual-Mode” Model LU18 Low Floor Ramp offers a two-position interior floor, that when deployed to most curbs maintains a level entrance into the bus, and when deployed to street level, a portion of the interior floor automatically lowers on an incline to offer a 1:6 slope for easier passenger boarding.

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ProductsJanuary 14, 2015

HybriDrive diesel-electric bus system

BAE Systems’ HybriDrive diesel-electric bus system with two options (HDS100 and HDS200 modular traction systems) has three components: a diesel engine coupled to a generator, an electric traction motor and the fixed ratio reduction gear.

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ProductsJanuary 14, 2015

TwinVision smart series III

The next-generation TwinVision Smart Series III now includes surface-mount LEDs that are lighter weight and use a multi-functional, operator controlled panel that provides more color selection.

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ProductsJanuary 14, 2015

Athenia e-series air-conditioning

The Athenia E-Series air-conditioning modules from Thermo King is specifically designed for hybrid and electric buses to align with the latest sustainability trends and comply with regulatory directives.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 13, 2015

24-hour strike cripples London bus service

Some 27,000 workers in the Unite trade union from 18 different bus companies are involved in the strike in which workers are seeking a single agreement covering pay and conditions. There were a limited number of buses still operating, according to the report.

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ProductsJanuary 13, 2015

Battery-electric bus

Proterra showcased the second-generation of its battery-electric bus on the show floor.

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ProductsJanuary 13, 2015

Vapor electric actuator

The Vapor Electric Actuator for transit buses integrates electrical and mechanical elements to precisely open and close passenger doors while minimizing power consumption, according to the supplier.

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ProductsJanuary 13, 2015

TS6-V8

L-3 Communications introduced the next level of bus operator training in the form of their TS6-V8 Municipal Bus Simulator.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 13, 2015

Utah lawmaker wants guns on public transit

Under Utah law, if someone is carrying a gun or another weapon illegally on public streets, it's a misdemeanor in most cases. But on a bus or train, it's a felony. The lawmaker is considering expanding the right to carry a weapon on a bus or train without permission, saying it should be no different than carrying a gun or knife on the street

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Newsby StaffJanuary 13, 2015

New app provides trip info for 11 Seattle agencies

Puget Sound Trip Planner app—available for Apple and Android mobile devices—allows riders to plan a trip that covers many transportation choices, including buses, rail, ferries, streetcars and water taxis

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