Time and forethought were given to the design and engineering process with the customer in mind and the result is the industry-changing Vicinity Lightning bus.

Grande West has partnered with world class industry leaders to engineer this highly advanced vehicle. The design will allow it to fit into any standard transit garage with no major infrastructural electrical upgrades. Vehicles authorized for purchase will be produced at Vicinitys recently announced 'Buy America' compliant assembly facility in the State of Washington, which will produce environmentally. The Vicinity Lightning was designed from the ground up to be a cost effective, user friendly vehicle. Empty, the bus weighed in at a little more than 20,000 pounds but offered a GVW of more than 29,000 pounds. A 13.5-foot wheelbase provided a turning radius of about 26 feet. The Vicinity Lightning will be an environmentally friendly alternative for diesel vehicles currently used in this segment. The original Vicinity design offered a length of 27.5 feet, a width of 98 inches and Cummins diesel power. The premiere of the vehicle is a landmark for Grande West and for the industry in the transitioning towards zero-emission transport. Start exploring the new and used buses available from Northwest Bus Sales online today.The Vicinity Lightning EV, the first electric bus for Grande West, is the newest model in the Grande West portfolio and is officially being introduced to the world. Per the terms of the supply agreement, First Transit has. announced the receipt of a new CAD 3.5 million purchase order from North American Private Transit Operator First Transit for eight Vicinity Classic buses, according to the company's press release. They’re also excellent economical options to repurpose for any type of organization, business, or individual endeavor. The Vicinity buses will service the city of Yellowknife, Canada.

Our new and used school buses and transit buses for sale can help your school district or public transit organization run more efficiently and provide a better experience for your riders. But we hope to make it a little bit less stressful by offering an inventory of vehicles you can count on to keep your passengers safe and satisfied. Managing a fleet of buses is no easy task. Check out the different styles, features, and amenities that are available for our coach bus and shuttle bus selections and simply choose the one that best suits your needs and preferences. The Vicinity buses will service the city of Yellowknife, Canada. Depending on the transit services you offer or size of your group, a coach bus or shuttle bus will offer the perfect combination of safety, efficiency, and luxury in a travel experience. The Companys flagship line of Vicinity buses, which maintain a dominant market share in Canada, are produced by the Companys world-class manufacturing partners or at the Companys Buy America. When you run a private transportation company or a group organization, you want your passengers to be able to travel efficiently and comfortably. It is our mission to ensure you get the bus you need, when you need it. (including Alaska and Hawaii), Canada, Mexico, and Central America. Our new and used buses are available for pickup at our facility in Seattle, WA, or for delivery to your group. RABA provides Demand Response Service, the ADA paratransit service, for persons with disabilities who are functionally unable to use Fixed Route Bus Service. With both new and used models to offer, our inventory can also accommodate any budget your business or organization must follow. RABA provides Bus Service (i.e., Fixed Route Bus Service and Commuter Bus Service). Whether you need to comfortably fit 50 adults, 70 kids, multiple wheelchairs, or just 10 passengers, we can set you up with a bus that can accommodate your needs and preferences. William Trainer, founder and CEO of Vicinity, called Proterra a true battery technology leader, and looks forward to working closely with the Proterra team to make our. As a leading provider of new and used buses throughout the Northwest U.S., across the country, and even across borders, Northwest Bus Sales prides ourselves on having a comprehensive inventory of first-class vehicles available to you. The Proterra Powered Vicinity Lightning bus is expected to begin production in the third quarter of 2022, at Vicinity’s Ferndale, Washington manufacturing facility.