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Routemaster modifications underway

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This story on the Coach & Bus Week magazine website will doubtless be of interest to some of you: https://cbwmagazine.com/routemaster-modifications-underway/

Over 400 New Routemasters will be receiving software updates following a rear door malfunction – Transport for London (TfL) has confirmed to CBW.
The issue first arose in November of last year when a rear door opened while the vehicle was moving.
The system became overloaded with close requests and so opened the door to attempt a re-cycle.
Because the bus was travelling at under 5mph when the door opened, the halt brake was applied – injuring a passenger....
 
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