China has invented a new public bus transportation system. This bus is open in the middle so cars can drive through it and the people can sit on the top of the bus. It straddles the edges of the road and is a solution to congested roads. This bus is powered by both solar power panels and electricity. It travels at a speed of 25 miles per hour, and it can reduce traffic jams up to 30%. This straddling bus holds up to 1,200 passengers. It could replace up to 40 regular city buses.
I do agree with the article because it not only is more efficient but it saves gas. This is a good way to stop traffic jams in tight congested areas. When we went to New York this summer, it took us forever to get around because of taxis and buses. If they would of had a straddling bus, cars could just drive right through it. My opinion is that it could save both time and money. It is a very clever idea.
http://blog.sherweb.com/top-tech-inventions-shaping-2011/
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This is really cool!! But I was wondering, how would it turn!? Its good that it carries a lot of people and saves many gallons of gas!! I agree that it took us a long time to get around New York. The straddling bus would be perfect for that city. I think a lot of people would find this contraption useful.
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