The delivery brings the total to 186 new and used coaches acquired by Windstar from ABC Companies since 1995, underlining a shared commitment to excellence in transportation.
The inaugural purchase marks a major transition for the agency as they replace old diesel-hybrid buses with new, eco-friendly, and cost-effective GILLIG buses.
With their double-deck design, they will maximize passenger capacity on this important commuter connection while cutting out local emissions. They will join two earlier Enviro500EV pilot buses delivered in 2021.
The acquisition of the new, all-electric bus was made possible through funding from the Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust.
The two-coach delivery marks a landmark of 60 MCI motorcoach deliveries to Peoria Charter over the course of the two companies’ long-standing relationship.
Supported by funding from the Hawaii State Energy Office and the Department of Health through the Diesel Replacement Rebate Program, the fully electric motorcoaches help to meet the state’s net-negative emissions targets.
Universal Coach Line, one of Canada’s largest private motorcoach operators, views the zero-emission, 45-foot, 52-passenger coach as a game changer for its Vancouver airport, commuter, and shuttle service routes.
The new low-floor vehicles will provide easier access at every doorway, a spacious seating design, and large windows for better light and views.
While COVID and supply chain issues continue to make an impact on transit bus deliveries, the trend could shift in the short term thanks to record funding and the slow yet building increase in ridership around the nation.
The luxury coaches also will be equipped with MCI’s latest Advance Driver Assistance Systems, which include collision mitigation and adaptive cruise control, along with 360 degree exterior cameras to help drivers prevent road incidents.
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