New Flyer of America Inc. announced a new contract for 75 clean-diesel, 40-foot Xcelsior heavy-duty transit buses for Pace Suburban Bus (Pace).
The new fleet will replace older buses currently in operation, while growing Pace’s service footprint to support its Vision 2020 strategic plan, which outlines a more efficient long-range network that is convenient and easy for passengers to understand.
“Public transit plays a critical role in developing smart mobility solutions for growing cities, and as the backbone of Chicago’s suburbs, Pace is establishing the foundation for mobility to more than 8 million residents,” said New Flyer President Chris Stoddart. “As part of its network and service expansion, we are thrilled to support Pace with its first ever order for New Flyer’s safe, reliable and fully accessible Xcelsior transit buses that will significantly improve the passenger experience.”
Pace Executive Director Rocky Donahue added, “We are delighted to modernize our fleet with new Xcelsior buses from New Flyer. These clean-diesel buses use ultra-low sulfur fuel with a four-step filtration process to remove harmful emissions from the exhaust, adding to our inventory of emission-reducing buses. These vehicles support our mission to be a good steward of the environment.”
Pace also operates nearly 40 over-the-road coaches from Motor Coach Industries, another NFI subsidiary.
