Automatic Buses for Sale: A New Era in Transportation with Rivervale Minibus
In recent years, the transportation industry has witnessed significant advancements in vehicle technology, and one of the most exciting developments is the rise of automatic buses. Rivervale minibus offers used automatic buses for sale, usually ex-leasing vehicles that Rivervale has fully-maintained since new, and brand new automatic buses on lease agreements
Rivervale, a trusted name in vehicle leasing and sales, has several options for automatic minibuses for sale, lease and rent including 17 seat automatic Ford Tranist diesels, 12-15 seat Electric Minibus and also 8-9 seater cars or small minibuses such as the Toyota Proace.
This article explores why automatic buses are increasing in popularity and the benefits of leasing or buying an automatic bus beyond fuel efficiency and reduced wear and tear.
Reasons to choose an automatic car or minibus?
Fuel Efficiency: Modern automatic buses are designed to optimise fuel consumption, because of this advanced technology automatic buses can achieve comparable, if not superior, fuel efficiency – which has not always been the case.
Reduced Wear and Tear: Automatic transmission reduces the strain on the engine and gearbox, as it ensures that the vehicle is always in the right gear for the conditions. This reduces long-term wear and tear, leading to lower maintenance costs and a longer vehicle lifespan.
Ease of Use: Particularly where school pick-ups are involved an automatic bus, like the Ford 17 seat Transit means there is no need for the constant gear changes in gear changes where traffic is heavy and there are frequent stops. It’s a significant advantage, and also an element that may help recruit drivers, because of this ease of operation, making driving easier and less stressful.
Safety and Comfort: Automatic transmission allows drivers can focus entirely on the road reducing the likelihood of accidents, particularly in busy urban environments or narrow country roads. Additionally, passengers enjoy a smoother ride, free from the jerks and jolts that you can sometimes experience with manual transmission.
Accessibility for Drivers: Automatic buses are arguably easier to drive, and can be driven by drivers who passed their test in an automatic car, meaning more people can drive them.
Rivervale's Range of Automatic Buses for Sale
You have three choices of automatic bus to purchase from Rivervale, the majority of these vehicles are also available to lease.
The 17 seat Ford Transit in either the Trend, Leader or Limited editions can be ordered as automatic vehicles if you are buying from new. It is possible to find a used automatic bus for sale but that is dependent on available stock.
All electric minibuses are automatic transition and you can choose form the Ford E-Transit 15 seat (14 passengers plus driver) or the 14 seat Maxus eDeliver 9 (13 passenger plus driver).
In fact all electric vehicles are automatic transition because they don’t need a clutch or gears to operate.
The majority of the 8-9 seater buses from Rivervale are also available as automatics; the Renault Trafic, Citroen Space Tourer, or the Ford Tourneo Custom.
Rivervale has recognised that there is a shift toward automatic buses because they tend to be more efficient, economical and user-friendly vehicles. Whether you’re looking for a 17 seat automatic bus or a smaller vehicle to purchase outright or to lease visit www.rivervale.co.uk/minibus to look at your options or give us a call on 01869 253744 and let us know what you’re looking and we will help find you the most suitable option.