If the AC was not working the driver could just unlock the windows, same as if it was a cooler day and they weren't using it.Yes in theory however if the air goes out of service on the bus and the windows are sealed? Bus is out of service as probably no reserve vehicle is available.
At least with functioning windows you can get some air flow and continue in service and not take a bus out of service and inconvenience all the current and future passengers of that route(s).
I don't think that is a feature that even exists.If the AC was not working the driver could just unlock the windows, same as if it was a cooler day and they weren't using it.
Honestly kinda wild that we have at least 2-3 concurrent LRT projects.Just going to put this here instead of one specific LRT thread:
2024 Mid-Season LRT Construction Update
ETS likely isn't planning on a specific model since this will be put out as a competitive procurement.The thing I do wonder about is which train car model is ETS planning to buy that will replace the U2's?
Well, the ERRS would be the logical group to take one on. The ARM doesn't have any transit equipment. In fact, way back when I believe they transfered what they had to the ERRS once they got off the ground. My intel from many years ago is that ETS will retain at least 1 car and even has the seat fabric to restore the car. Not sure if that is the original material or the later brown material however.Also, I wonder if one of the U2's will be preserved somewhere, for example at the Alberta Raiway Museum?
If they could afford to develop an electrified rapid transit line, then they can afford the equipment for it. By the time the first cars leave ETS service there's a very good chance they will be at least 50 years old, if not having operated for 50 years. Currently they are 47 years old with 46 years of passenger service. I always thought the procurement was supposed to be issued late last year, but so far it hasn't been.Or how bout this (an impossible dream) give the U2's to other communities in the region to encourage them to connect their communities to ETS LRT. Yes I know it is antiquated rolling stock but it could help kickstart some LRT growth if elsewhere because rolling stock would not have to be purchased.
Oh there are already party politicians in place, nothing new, this would force them to be honest about their agenda...TransLink is cutting routes because GVR is full of right wing mayors. Bring in party politics to municipal government and this is what happens.
TransLink warns half of transit services could be cut without more funding
A report to the mayors' council Thursday says those cuts could include eliminating the WestCoast Express.vancouversun.com
ETS isn’t in as bad of a fiscal situation as TransLink…It seems like ETS isn't the only one facing shortfalls, because damn this looks grim for Translink.
if we have to have them, I agree, why only in Mandels ghetto, why not wolf willow, valleyview, aspen gardens, begravia etc...Safe consumption sites needed in every neighbourhood.