Two different models of CNG buses will be tested for performance on roads and highways throughout Salt Lake County and in service on routes 39 – 3900 South and 220 – Highland Drive / 1300 East. Trials began Wednesday, August 18 and will continue during the next week, UTA reported through a press release.
The natural gas powered vehicles were provided by two manufacturers in cooperation with other transit agencies: one bus was manufactured by North American Bus Industries, Inc. for Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority; the other was built by New Flyer for Valley Metro in Phoenix, Arizona.
“The outcome of these tests will allow us to better evaluate the option of adding CNG buses to our fleet in the future,” UTA general manager Mike Allegra stated and added: “UTA is committed to exploring alternative fuels as another way to reduce fuel consumption and improve air quality.”
