A study of the East-West corridor from Five Points in East Nashville to White Bridge Road in West Nashville, TN found that a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system will cost half as much to build as streetcars but still attract the same number of riders.
The City of Fresno is moving forward with plans to develop its own bus rapid transit system.
Image is important to Bus Rapid Transit (BRT). Sleek looking vehicles, rail-like stations, advanced technologies and a strong brand identity are just a few of the features that help communicate the message: This is not just a regular bus service.
With any public investment people want to know what benefits they will get for the cost, that is their tax dollars, and rightly so. One could certainly argue the benefits from investments in Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) to a community as being reduced congestion, less stressful and less expensive commute options, improved air quality and better access to education and employment.