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The objective of this project is to examine the feasibility of developing a new transit vehicle, or vehicle specifications, to meet the needs of transit operators and riders. A transit vehicle designed to meet the specific needs of systems will lead to gained efficiencies by transit providers because of increased reliability and greater fuel economy while offering riders greater comfort with improved ride quality and greater vehicle maneuverability for operators. Surveys and stakeholder meetings will serve as a guide to determine the interest and feasibility of this research. The project will be reevaluated, and possibly redirected, when input from both manufacturers and transit agencies have been considered. This paper will outline the objectives of the project, provide preliminary background information and introduce the research plan and issues to be addressed.