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Hybrid Technology at SCATTRANSIT

In March of 2007, RTA's South County Area Transit introduced the Central Coast's first hybrid-electric bus to riders in the Five Cities Area. This ultra-low-emission vehicle allows riders to reduce their carbon footprint locally and on the entire planet.

See photos from and read a press release about South County Area Transit's ribbon cutting ceremony for the county's first hybrid-electric bus:
Photos Press release
Get more in-depth details of the hybrid-electric drive system our buses use at: RTA Hybrid Buses, in-depth.
For more information on hybrid technology and alternative fuels, visit www.fueleconomy.gov .
Calculate how much you can save and the amount of pollution you can prevent by using SLO Regional Rideshare's Commuter Calculator.