For Immediate Release

For more information contact:
Steve Kratzer
Marketing and Business Development Representative
steve.kratzer@optimabus.com
316-779-7700 ext. 344

Utah Transit Authority Expands Opus Fleet from Optima Bus Corporation

Wichita, Kan. – April 17, 2006 – Utah Transit Authority, located in Salt Lake City, Utah, purchased 10 additional under 30' Opus Low-floor buses to its fleet, bringing the total number of Opuses operating at UTA to 43.

John Inglish, Utah Transit Authority's General Manager, said, "We are pleased to add another product to UTA's line up of transit services to the public. The public, operator and maintenance staff are pleased with the purchase of these Opus 30' buses."

UTA's Opus fleet operates on downtown circulator routes in Salt Lake City. The Opus and Optima have not only made a positive impression on UTA but also on its ridership.

"Riders have raved about the buses, including how roomy and bright the buses are and they love the paint scheme," said Justin Jones, UTA spokesperson. "From design and manufacturing to delivery and ongoing maintenance, Optima has been good to work with. Most questions regarding the buses have been answered immediately and we have enjoyed our relationship with Optima."

Optima Bus Corporation "transit tough" products - the revolutionary-designed Opus low-floor bus and nostalgic American Heritage Streetcar - have lived-up to their reputations with more than 180 Optima customers across the United States. For more information about Optima Bus Corporation, the Opus low-floor bus, or the American Heritage Streetcar, contact Melissa Noftsger at (316) 779-7700 or visit www.optimabus.com.