GTA Moves Ahead With New Orion Buses

The Greensboro Transit Authority is pleased to announce the arrival of ten new Orion buses to replace its aging fleet. Characterized by its low emission and high fuel economy, the Orion bus has long been one of the most trusted buses in transit service. Three of the ten buses will roll out on Friday, May 16, 2003 with the remaining seven to be put into service on Monday, May 19.  Riders and drivers alike will experience a more comfortable and enjoyable ride on a fleet that will be 100% accessible to meet the needs of the disabled community. Bikers will also enjoy the added convenience of bike racks on each of the new buses.

The Greensboro Transit Authority provides fixed-route bus service that operates along 14 routes during the day on weekdays, extended evening service, which is essentially a combination of daytime routes, and weekend service that operates on both Saturdays and Sundays.  In addition to the 14 fixed routes, the Greensboro Transit Authority operates 3 connector routes that serve outlying areas beyond the fixed route bus service and one shuttle service. Riders use the service daily to travel to work, medical appointments and other discretionary trips. Despite its aged fleet, GTA has been able to experience minimum breakdowns and disruption to its service.  Annual ridership on the bus service increased by 11% from last fiscal year, placing GTA’s annual ridership at 2.2 million riders.

A special ceremonial run will take place at the GTA Transit Facility located at 320 E. Friendly Avenue on Thursday, May 15, 2003 at 5 pm to dedicate the new vehicles.  For additional information, please call the Transit Authority at 373-2634.