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Benefits of New Trolleys

Trolleys are a must-have in today's society of ever-rising oil prices. Edmonton is fortunate to be one of two cities in Canada to operate a trolleybus system. Renewing our clean, quiet trolley fleet offers the following benefits:

• Low floor accessibility
• Ability to run off-wire in event of blockages
• Improved energy efficiency
• Continued independence from rising oil prices
• Superior acceleration on hills
• Fewer dewirements
• Improved reliability
• and more!

Why Trolleys?

Environmental Benefits

• Zero in-street emissions
• Power can be generated from a variety of renewable energy sources

Societal Benefits

• Quiet operation
• Sleek styling and modern accessibility
• Route permanence