A USA Today article about the popularity of alternative fuels in city transit buses, one-third of which are powered by fuels other than diesel.
Half of the bus fleet for Lee County Transit in Florida is diesel-electric hybrids. They use 24% less fuel than their diesel buses. "A 35-foot diesel bus costs $316,188, vs. $549,041 for the basic hybrid package," but the agencies marketing manager says that is recouped through lower fuel costs and reduced brake and engine maintenance.
"Some transit agencies were 'early adopters' of the fuels, starting about two decades ago, and have demonstrated that they can be used with safety and efficiency."
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