Minibuses have become extremely comfortable and they now must comply with a mass of safety regulations. In the past some minibuses did not carry seat belts for passengers, whilst some had side-facing seats. The seats were plastic and the heating systems left much to be desired. Add to that the vehicles had a reputation for being unreliable and they were not seen as the best to travel in. Over time up market manufactures have joined the market and that raised the game for all manufacturers, as did the increase in the passenger carrying laws.
Minibuses as public service vehicles
There are many rural areas where the minibus is better suited to the B roads than a bus. They are smaller than a bus in that the passenger carrying capacity is limited to less numbers and the width of the vehicle is narrower, so that country lanes are less of a problem.
Minibuses for schools
Many schools now provide a service to collect pupils from outlying districts and transport them to and from school. The same applies to colleges as well. The safety requirements for the transition of these children and youths are very stringent, thus maximizing their safety. Drivers of these buses, as well as those who are undertaking the driving of public service vehicles must hold driving licences in special categories.
Tourists
Many tourists now come in small groups from various countries and do not require large coaches to see around the areas they are visiting. These minibuses can be equipped to the highest possible standards and are ideal for these groups, The minibuses can go where coaches cannot, and thus the tourists can see more or the towns and countryside. The minibuses are equipped with a range of refreshment facilities.
Wedding parties
Often guests will have traveled form long distances for a wedding and a group of then will be staying in one nominated hotel. A class minibus can collect them and take them to the wedding and the reception and then back to the hotel so that there is no risk of drink driving.
All minibuses have seat belts so safety is a priority.
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