‘Happy retirement': SEPTA says farewell to its last diesel-only bus

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SEPTA says farewell to its last diesel-only bus as the transit agency moves towards adding cleaner and more efficient hybrid vehicles.

has officially said farewell to its last diesel-only bus as the transit agency moves towards a more sustainable public transportation system."We are thrilled to announce the retirement of our last diesel bus, marking a historic moment for SEPTA and the communities we serve," SEPTA CEO and General Manager Leslie S. Richards said during a press conference.

Officials said SEPTA’s fleet of 1,379 buses and trackless trolley buses are now either electric or hybrid electric.These new buses will offer increased energy efficiency and lower maintenance costs. Additionally, the vehicles have advanced features including regenerative braking and onboard energy storage systems.

 

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