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Miami-Dade Transit Plans To Save Fuel by Introducing "Hybrid" Metrobuses |
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The hybrid buses, one model 42 feet long and one model 60 feet in length, will operate in routes with heavy passenger usage and in Bus Rapid Transit corridors (BRTs) such as Kendall Drive, Biscayne Boulevard and Flagler Street. The hybrid buses typically save 25% in fuel costs, are quieter, run smoother and have lower emissions. A 60-foot bus seats 55 to 60 passengers while the 42-foot bus carries 39 to 46 seats. MDT plans on purchasing 39 of the 60 foot model by 2008 and 180 of the 42-foot model between 2009 and 2012.
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| Who: | Elected officials, Transit officials, and manufacturer representatives. | ||
| What: | Introduction of hybrid buses press conference. | ||
| When: | July 20, 2006, 10:00 a.m. | ||
| Where: | South Miami-Dade Busway at U.S.1 and SW 152 Street | ||
| Editor's Note: | A brief hybrid bus ride will be provided for members of the media. Please call contact for arrangements. | ||