A new light-duty bus is operating in Victoria.
The new 26-foot light-duty ARBOC Spirit of Freedom bus can carry up to 16 seated passengers, as well as three mobility aids, such as wheelchairs, which will help to provide safe, continuous service for riders of the Victoria Regional Transit System.
The total investment for the bus was just over $209,754. Funding was cost-shared through the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program, where eligible costs for infrastructure and fleet investments are shared between the federal, provincial and local governments alongside other partners.
According to BC Transit, the bus is equipped with a white LED destination sign that shows the bus number, route name, and destination. The interior of the bus includes modern vinyl seating and better interior lighting to make the commuting experience more comfortable for riders.
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