Olander Bus Service purchases refurbished Van Hool coaches
The two refurbished Van Hool coaches have renewed interiors, with new fabrics, along with LCD video monitors, Wi-Fi, 110 volt outlets, LED lighting, and black paint and graphic packages.
Olander Bus Service began serving Detroit Lakes-area schools with transportation in 1961. The company's motorcoach services grew to accommodate demand for transportation for athletic and educational trips. Photo: ABC Companies
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Olander Bus Service began serving Detroit Lakes-area schools with transportation in 1961. The company's motorcoach services grew to accommodate demand for transportation for athletic and educational trips. Photo: ABC Companies
The Detroit Lakes, Minneapolis-based Olander Bus Service purchased two refurbished, 56-passenger Van Hool C2045 luxury motorcoaches.
The two refurbished Van Hool coaches have renewed interiors, with new fabrics, along with LCD video monitors, Wi-Fi, 110 volt outlets, LED lighting, and black paint and graphic packages.
Olander Bus Service began serving Detroit Lakes-area schools with transportation in 1961. The company's motorcoach services grew to accommodate demand for transportation for athletic and educational trips.
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