Research

Evaluation of Low Floor Small Buses (2 Mb)

This report, prepared by the Transport Research Laboratory on behalf of the Department for Transport, explores the opinions and experiences of the industry and passengers, and compares the operation of low floor small buses with their high floor equivalents. Surveys were conducted with manufacturers, operators, drivers and passengers to investigate each vehicle's capital costs, running costs and advantages (or disadvantages) experienced when operating them.

Published:

30 October 2007

The effects of bus gangway steps on /accessibility - Citaro final report (1 Mb)

TRL commissioned by the Mobility & Inclusion Unit (MIU) of the Department for Transport (DfT) to investigate the passenger /accessibility and usability of three Mercedes-Benz Citaro lowfloor buses.

Published:

24 June 2005

Wheelchair boarding ramps (64 kb)

A joint DfT/SMMT specification for a ramp fitted to a Regulated Public Service Vehicle and first used on or after 1 January 2004.

Published:

24 June 2005

Accessible Coach Trial - Final Report (2005)

This trial aimed to monitor the introduction of vehicles normally associated with long-distance coach routes, and to provide best practice information for coach operators, infrastructure providers and wheelchair users.

Assessment of Route and Destination Displays (2004)

Government sponsored research project to examine current display technologies and determine the important factors for route and destination recognition.

Low Floor Bus Trials in a Rural Area (1999)

Information on low floor bus trials in rural areas.

The Announce System (2001)

Information on the Announce system which makes bus journey information more accessible for hearing and visually impaired people.