DTA Aims to Let Members of the Public Get Behind the Wheel at ''Your Turn to Drive'' Event
DTA Aims to Let Members of the Public Get Behind the Wheel at “Your Turn to Drive” Event October 14 - 15
The DTA announced today that there will be a unique opportunity for members of the community in the near future! For those folks who’ve ever wondered what it’s like to drive a bus, the “Your Turn to Drive” event will take place Friday October 14th from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm, and Saturday October 15th from 9:30am – 12:30pm at the Duluth Heritage Center parking lot along Michigan street. Those with a valid driver’s license, at least 21 years of age, and interested in test driving a bus can sign up to participate. The event will take place on the western side of the parking lot on a closed course. Participants will learn how to safely operate a bus, navigate an mock intersection, and get a feel for what operating a $500,000 thirty-two-thousand-pound vehicle is like. A STRIDE Paratransit Vehicle will also be on-sight to provide a chance to drive that format as well.
DTA General Manager Rod Fournier said “We are excited to take an innovative approach to getting folks behind the wheel of a bus, and really finding out what that experience is like. We have been assertive in our hiring process as we aim to Launch our Better Bus Blueprint in 2023, and we are excited to add this layer to that. We want to welcome all members of the community interested to join us and give this a try.” Fournier also mentioned that there is limited space, and those interested in taking a test drive should visit DuluthTransit.com to sign up for a time slot. Questions about the event can be directed to Marketing@duluthtransit.com, or calling 218-623-4314.
**We will be holding a course preparation and setup event on Wednesday, October 12th at 10:30 a.m. Members of the media are invited to set up a story where reporters test drive the bus, which could serve as a unique/interactive way to capture this exciting story – We would prefer any press inquiries be conducted during this event, or prior by appointment**
More information about the event is available at www.duluthtranist.com.
Please feel free to reach out with any questions or inquiries.