DALLAS/FORT WORTH, Texas — Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) announced the purchase of 476 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses from GILLIG, a leading North American manufacturer of heavy-duty transit buses.
The bus was purchased with $103 million in federal grant funds.
DART officials say the investment in GILLIG CNG buses – known for their durability, reliability and near-zero emissions – underscores DART’s ongoing commitment to sustainability. The new CNG buses include advanced safety features and enhanced passenger comfort for riders.
“This significant fleet upgrade represents our unwavering commitment to transforming DART into a safer, cleaner, and more modern transit system for North Texas,” said Dee Leggett, DART executive vice president and chief development officer. “Working with GILLIG allows us to provide a superior experience for our riders while advancing our sustainability goals. Together, we’re setting a new standard for mobility in the region.”
“We are honored to partner with DART on this transformative project,” said Bill Fay, GILLIG vice president of sales. “These CNG buses exemplify GILLIG’s dedication to delivering safe, reliable, and cost-effective transit solutions that empower communities and enhance the passenger experience. We look forward to supporting DART in their mission to serve North Texas.”
DART and GILLIG are working through the final design and manufacturing phase of the bus order. Passengers can expect to see the new buses on North Texas routes by spring of 2026, prior to the region serving as host to the FIFA World Cup.
For more information about DART’s new CNG buses, visit https://transform.dart.org.
Source: Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART)
