10-02-2025
Dubai unveils new eco-friendly rail-bus vehicle
Published February 10th, 2025 - 10:24 GMT
ALBAWABA - The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), the government agency responsible for roads and transportation in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, has announced the launch of its new eco-friendly rail-bus vehicles. RTA's new rail-bus vehicle
The Emirates Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced that its new eco-friendly rail-bus vehicle is a 3D-printed model made from recyclable materials, making it a certified eco-friendly rail-bus can accommodate approximately 40 passengers, including 22 seats, and will operate entirely on a solar-powered new project highlights Dubai's goals toward environmental sustainability and smart mobility with its eco-friendly and autonomous system.
Notably, RTA unveiled the initial design at the World Government Summit 2025. The design features a gold and black exterior with two rows of orange seats, as well as space for disabled passengers.
The rail-bus can accommodate approximately 40 passengers, including 22 seats, and will operate entirely on a solar-powered system. (RTA)
According to the RTA, the rail-bus is set to be integrated into the public transport system in the future. Elevated tracks will be built in the city specifically for the rail-bus. The new rail-bus will travel at a speed of 100 km/h and has a height of 2.9 meters and a length of 11.5 meters.
Furthermore, RTA's new rail-bus aligns with key UAE initiatives, including the UAE Net Zero 2050 Strategy, Dubai's Zero-Emissions Public Transport Strategy 2050, and the Dubai Self-Driving Transport Strategy 2030. Also Read Robots Cleaning Dubai Metro Stations
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