RIVERSIDE, CA – Complete Coach Works (CCW), North America’s leading provider of transit bus and sustainable transportation solutions, is proud to announce the successful completion of the midlife refurbishment of thirteen (13) Long Beach Transit (LBT) 2015 New Flyer Xcelsior 60-foot articulated CNG buses.
The project was completed at CCW’s Riverside, California facility as part of Long Beach Transit’s State of Good Repair Program, which focuses on maintaining fleet safety, reliability, and long-term performance. With the final bus completed, the refurbished vehicles are returning to LBT’s fleet to support service throughout Long Beach and surrounding communities.
As part of the completed scope of work, each articulated bus received a combination of mechanical, cosmetic, and system upgrades, including:
• Installation of Cummins L9N CNG “Near Zero” engines, replacing older ISL-G engines
• Articulation joint rebuild to ensure smooth, reliable operation
• Reupholstered passenger seating and a refurbished driver’s seat
• Updated exterior lighting and mirrors and new aluminum wheels
• Interior and exterior repainting, including new decals
• Recertification of Amerex fire suppression systems
“This was a collaborative effort from start to finish,” said James Carson, Regional Sales Manager at Complete Coach Works. “We’re proud to partner with Long Beach Transit on the completion of this project, marking another milestone in our work supporting its fleet programs.”