People like to comment about the 'good old days' of buses, but you can see in this photo how the old system of climbing steps to a high floor took time, and limited access to only those who could climb the steps. The newer low-floor buses make access easier and quicker, and allow older folks to get on with walkers etc. Important with an aging population. Add to that - wheelchair access. All of the recent model buses I drove have room for two chairs.
People like to comment about the 'good old days' of buses, but you can see in this photo how the old system of climbing steps to a high floor took time, and limited access to only those who could climb the steps. The newer low-floor buses make access easier and quicker, and allow older folks to get on with walkers etc. Important with an aging population. Add to that - wheelchair access. All of the recent model buses I drove have room for two chairs.
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