The paper traces the development of transit bus technology from its origins to the present day. In addition to covering technical issues such as methods of chassis and body construction, types of power plants and other components used, and general design features, the paper addresses the political, economic, and social influences that have affected the actions of bus manufacturers through the decades.
A Survey of the History of Transit Buses in the United States
Sae Technical Papers
SAE International Truck and Bus Meeting and Exposition ; 1989
01.11.1989
Aufsatz (Konferenz)
Englisch
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