The association released a new report titled "Mobility Innovation: The Case for Federal Investment and Support."
Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority teamed up with the Florida Department of Transportation to introduce its Bus-on-Shoulder project, the first of its kind on an Interstate in Florida.
Already used in cities like Chicago, Minneapolis, and Raleigh, Bus-on-Shoulder is a quick, cost-effective way to provide premium service.
The shuttle uses an array of sensors outside of the vehicle providing a full 360-degree view of the environment.
The agency estimates it will save about $20,000 a year in diesel fuel costs with each electric bus.
The agency’s fare free electric shuttle, AVA, will begin serving the public as part of a three-month pilot in downtown St. Petersburg.
The 10.3-mile line will include 16 stops with buses running every 15 minutes.
In addition to the SunRunner name and logo, officials also revealed that some station designs will incorporate public art by local artist Catherine Woods.
The new WAVE wireless charging station includes a primary charging plate aimed at reducing wait time for electric buses to be fully charged.
The tech includes a primary charging plate aimed at reducing wait time for buses to be fully charged.
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