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Posted by Transit Jeff on Sat May 23 20:22:54 2009, in response to Re: Pics - A change of pace...Some ETBs, posted by busdude2 on Sat May 23 14:23:39 2009. Hybrids have proven to be not such an economical vehicle. For example, Edmonton scrapped plans to by hybrids and has ordered 121 straight Diesel buses from New Flyer. Their big mistake was in scrapping their trolley coach system, at this late date. But Alberta is oil country. Note, oil prices are going up again!Today's modern overhead trolley wire systems can and are designed to blend in with the street scape and not look terrible, as you say. I've actually heard people say, "what wires" when asked if they mind them. And don't forget, a trolley coach lasts three times as long as a motor bus. It can be stored outside in freezing weather and has far less moving parts to maintain. |
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