Orange, Calif.-based Transportation Charter Services recently took delivery of two 2014 Van Hool TX45s, while Louisburg, N.C.-based AT&T Charter service recently took delivery of a 2014 Van Hool CX 45.
The 56 passenger luxury touring coaches are powered by Detroit D13 engines and Allison B500 G5 transmissions and feature REI Elite Entertainment Systems with 15.4-inch monitors, 110-volt outlets and Wi-Fi.
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Both coaches are also equipped with a Saucon TDS GPS integrated system that monitors coach performance, safety features and location. One coach is configured with two passenger entrance doors and a traditional European center restroom. Both have safety equipment now standard on Van Hool coaches, including Kidde fire suppression, three-point seatbelts, Smartwave tire monitoring, automatic traction control, lane departure warning, back-up camera and UN ECE-RU66 rollover certification.
Additionally, Louisburg, N.C.-based AT&T Charter service recently took delivery of a 2014 Van Hool CX 45 with a Detroit DD13 engine and an Allison B500G5 transmission.
The ADA accessible luxury coach is equipped with Braun wheel chair lift, Saucon Wi-Fi and TDS, 110-volt outlets at every seat position, an REI Elite entertainment system with 15-inch monitors and Alcoa Dura Bright aluminum wheels.
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