MIT.BUS GmbH, a subsidiary of Stadtwerke Gießen, is adding four new articulated buses with natural gas engines to its fleet. With large open spaces in the centre door area, they offer more room for passengers with limited mobility and mothers with pushchairs.
MIT.BUS GmbH is modernising its fleet and has been using four new articulated buses since the beginning of December. The special feature: The MAN vehicles have additional space in the centre door area for wheelchair users, walking frames and pushchairs. The municipal utility subsidiary is thus responding to demographic developments and the growing mobility of the older generation. "Experience in everyday transport has shown that the improved space not only provides more comfort for people with limited mobility, but also for mothers with pushchairs," says MIT.BUS Managing Director Mathias Carl. "Thanks to the larger parking spaces, we can make travelling by bus even more attractive for both families and older passengers," he adds.
The new buses are now also equipped with a video surveillance system as standard. "The focus here is on safety. From discussions with our drivers, we know that the deterrent effect of such systems alone leads to a greater sense of security among passengers," emphasises the MIT.BUS Managing Director.
Another new feature: the vehicles have two glass roof hatches, which make the passenger compartment appear brighter and friendlier.
Future-orientated local transport
MIT.BUS GmbH has been converting its bus fleet to climate-friendly natural gas drives for several years now. In addition to its positive environmental properties, the alternative natural gas drive also impresses with its suitability for everyday use. "The engines have proven to be very reliable over long periods of time. This keeps operating costs low," explains Mathias Carl. Natural gas buses are also characterised by a significantly lower noise level and are therefore ideal for city traffic.
"Natural gas vehicles stand for future-oriented public transport. By switching to this alternative drive system, we are consistently pursuing our modernisation strategy," concludes Mathias Carl.