The new trolley fleet will eventually replace the PCC Trolleys as part of SEPTA’s Trolley Modernization program. SEPTA plans to use trolleys and buses while deploying restored trolleys to maintain route frequency. Since January 2020, buses have been occupying Route 15 due to 78% of the historic trolley fleet at the time failing inspections.
The vehicles will be ADA accessible and cost roughly $250,000 each to restore. SEPTA’s Route 15 historic trolleys will return on Sept. WHYY thanks our sponsors - become a WHYY sponsor
