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The Milwaukee County Transit System has awarded a contract to Nova Bus, a North American transportation manufacturer that’s part of the Volvo Group, to produce up to 15 all-electric buses.
The first 11 all-electric buses will run exclusively on the upcoming East-West Bus Rapid Transit line and four additional buses will be used along regular routes, MCTS said in a press release.
The all-electric buses provide a quieter ride, comfortable seating, USB charging ports and off-board fare collection.
The transit system believes the new clean-air buses will strengthen accessibility and improve the experience of riders with disabilities since riders who use mobility devices can enter the bus through the front or back door. The buses also include wider aisles and level boarding via new platforms.
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MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced Thursday, March 11, that it has awarded a contract to the vendor who will build Milwaukee County’s first battery-electric buses.
Nova Bus, a leading North American transportation manufacturer that’s part of the Volvo Group, will produce up to 15 all-electric LFSe+ buses for MCTS. The first 11 state-of-the-art vehicles will run exclusively on the upcoming East-West Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line; four additional vehicles will be used along regular routes.
Passengers who board these ultra-modern buses will enjoy a quiet ride, comfortable seating, USB charging ports, off-board fare collection, and a bike rack. Additionally, the new clean-air vehicles have several features that strengthen accessibility and improve the experience of riders with disabilities:
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PLATTSBURGH, N.Y., March 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Nova Bus, leading North American transit bus manufacturer, is pleased to announce it was selected to supply 15 LFSe+ buses, Nova Bus long range electric buses, by the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS), the largest transit agency in Wisconsin and primary transit provider for Milwaukee County. This is Nova Bus first order of electric LFSe+ buses in the United States.
Nova Bus LFSe+ (CNW Group/Nova Bus) Nova Bus s state-of-the-art electric buses will transform public transportation in Milwaukee, improving reliability, service, safety, and capacity, while helping the environment at the same time, said Senator Schumer. I m especially proud that the electric buses will be built right here in New York, solidifying the state as a leader in manufacturing clean energy and transportation technologies. As we work to combat climate change, zero-emissions public transit and transportation infrastru