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We've seen some great videos by Community Transport Operators this week celebrating #CTWeek24 This one is compiled of footage from when we followed Bakewell CT on one of their trips out. It's a few years old now but the minibus is still out there working hard, as is the driver who is featured. #Communitytransport #Communityservice #minibus #accessible

Electrifying Community Transport The whole automotive industry is undergoing one of the most significant changes since the move from horses to cars powered by internal combustion engines. We are somewhere on an “S curve” which ends at a point in the not too distant future with complete adoption of zero emission transportation. In Cars the last 10 years has seen continual iterations of improved batteries, shorter charging times, lower pricing.  Commercial vehicles, which represent the majority of vehicles operated by Community Transport are some way behind, though improving incrementally with each revised model. Smaller accessible vehicles known as WAVs have been adopted successfully by numerous Community Transport operators. That said, base vehicle manufacturers are yet to produce suitable platforms at the heavier end of the vehicle spectrum, meaning either that the only answer is diesel, or that there is a compromise to be made in the way that a vehicle is operated and ultimately how a transport service is delivered. For any operator there may only be one or two buying cycles before there is no other choice than to buy a zero emission vehicle. Manufacturers are targeted to increase year on year the percentage of electric vehicles being sold, with huge financial penalties for those who fail to comply. In addition to this more and more funders insist that recipients only buy an electric vehicle. Whilst the road ahead will provide many challenges to Community Transport operators, this also represents an opportunity for the sector to become a focal point for Central Government and Local Authorities who seek to reduce carbon emissions, improve air quality whilst at the same time supporting our Communities to stay connected, healthy and prosperous. #CTWeek24 #CommunityTransport #Minibus #ElectricVehicles

This compact vehicle carries 7 seated passengers or 3 seated passengers & 2 wheelchair positions. Access for the wheelchairs is provided by a BraunAbility Vista Stacking tail-lift. #minibus #transport #automotive #accessible

A Community Transport organisation in South Wales took delivery of this New MAN TGE accessible minibus. This minibus is designed to accommodate 12 seated passengers OR 3 wheelchair occupants and 4 seated passengers. Wheelchair access via a Vapor Ricon internal tail-lift. #minibus #automotive #accessible #transport

This particular conversion carries 8 passenger OR 2 wheelchair positions and 4 passengers. Wheelchair access is provided at the rear entrance via a BraunAbility Vista Stacking Tail-lift. Walk on access is provided at the side load door via a Stayco manual step and an accompanying handrail to assist entry. #minibus #accessible #transport #automotive

Available with up to 17 seats or up to 6 wheelchair positions, this vehicle is ideal for Community Transport, Charities and Local Authority Fleets. Walk on access is provided at the side load door with an electrically operated sliding door and a manual fold out step with combined fold out handrails. At the rear, wheelchair access is gained via the underside tail-lift. #minibus #transport #accessible #automotive

This Ford Transit L4H3 has been converted to provide 15 seated passengers or 1 seated passenger and 5 wheelchair occupants by including 14 removable seats in the saloon, with a single cab passenger seat to provide easy access to the saloon. #accessible #minibus #transport #automotive

This Volkswagen Crafter LWB Maxi has been converted to carry 16 seated passengers or 1 wheelchair occupant and 10 seated passengers by including 4 removable seats in the saloon. Wheelchair access is via a PLS Access underfloor tail-lift at the rear of the vehicle. #minibus #transport #accessible #automotive

This particular vehicle was designed for South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service. They required a specialist conversion to be able to attend emergencies or events and use the vehicle as a command post to oversee operations. The saloon area consists of 5 seats, a removable table, washing and cooking facilities and also includes a toilet with a folding sink to wash your hands. The large rear boot space enables the vehicle to transport all the necessary equipment which the Fire service will require. #automotive #conversion