Quito trolleybus system, bus rapid transit system located in Quito, Ecuador
The Quito trolleybus system is an electric rapid transit network serving the capital city of Ecuador with dedicated lanes and overhead lines. The system connects multiple neighborhoods and operates throughout the day to move commuters across the city.
The system was developed and launched in the early 2000s as a modern transportation project for Quito. It represented a shift toward electric public transit, replacing diesel buses on major routes through the city.
The trolleybuses operate on fixed routes with stops at various locations throughout the city. Visitors can board at major stations and reach different neighborhoods using clearly marked stops.
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