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Morelia retires old trucks, introduces 160 hybrid units
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Morelia retires old trucks, introduces 160 hybrid units

From El Universal · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Morelia, Michoacán, is replacing its last 280 old public transport trucks with 160 new hybrid units.
  • The retired trucks, which contributed significantly to air pollution, will be scrapped.
  • This initiative is part of the Integral Mobility Plan, aiming to reduce emissions and modernize public transport for over 300,000 residents.

Morelia, the capital of Michoacán, is phasing out its oldest public transport vehicles, retiring the final 280 aging trucks. These older units, many of which are in poor condition and contribute significantly to air pollution, will be sent for scrap metal.

The state government is introducing 160 new hybrid units to replace them. These modern vehicles operate on both gasoline and electricity, aligning with the city's Integral Mobility Plan. Currently, 80 new units are already in service, acquired at a cost of 85 million pesos.

Governor Alfredo Ramírez Bedolla highlighted that the retired trucks are a major source of contamination, estimated to generate over 25,000 tons of carbon dioxide annually. The replacement aims to significantly reduce these emissions, improve air quality, and enhance the public transport experience for Morelia's residents. The new Morebús system is designed to be sustainable and modern, capable of serving approximately 80,000 users daily.

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Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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