It’s totally awesome to see a man live his dream and make it to the top of the food chain in his industry

Almost didn't recognize you wearing the CEO jacket. 😁 It looks good on you. I'm liking the new D model... Particularly the innovative mobility access.

James, your knowledge astounds me of everything motor coach. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with so much interest and enthusiasm. Once again, so proud of your well deserved promotion.

As someone who is a native to the bloomington normal area I grew up riding on and watching the D series, I compare every cool coaches I see to a peoria character coach

Excellent video! I can honestly say I had no idea my Friday night entertainment would be learning about the MCI D series, and loving it 😄

Awesome to see my videos along with a fellow buff's video in this. This is a great and very well explained video.

Looks stunning, good that MCI continues to innovate. Looks very similar to the EV intercity model

The old D models had a great run. Thanks for the vid, I think this is the breakdown of the new D series we all needed. Also, I rode my first DL3 as a kid in 2001, Greyhound, Savannah GA (across the bridge 👍) to NJ and I sat in the back🤯 Series 60 🤯. Favorite bus PERIOD, no question. Thanks again, this is close to the heart.

You’re so young. I started on the new MC9. Great tough coach that just kept rolling.

Casting some memories from your Professional Lifetime is appreciated Men. Congrats on your Promotion

Excellent and informative video as all of your videos are. Your "CEO" attire didn't go unnoticed either! 🙂

Both the D models (commuter and touring/charter) share the same 410 horsepower Cummins X12! Just happened to be looking at brochures just as you started talking about them hehe (Nicely done too MCI! the new D model looks amazing!)

MCI doesn't play, do they? They have a model/variant for just about every need. These new motor coaches look great.

Great Video, I love the design of the new D series. As i'm from a General Motor family the D series is like a Chevrolet and the J series is a Cadillac.

I loved the D series NYCT favorite bus and mine too

My favorite intro!!!

This is Winston Lu of Vancouver, Canada. Most Bus in Vancouver, Canada are Prevost or MCI type.

Awesome video! Thx for the information. I enjoyed this video.Jim,you always have something interesting to show us. Thx.

Use the force, James! Thank you for another outstanding video. 👏

Valley metro, the transit company in Phoenix Arizona has a few of these as express buses. They are awesome.

I don’t know who LEO is but he’s keeping it 100😂.

That's amazing! Started watching you a couple of days ago. I drive a privately owned luxury sprinter van and drive my boss and his family all over. I've always wanted to drive a charter bus and watching you has really got me thinking of actually going for it

I also rode on one of the old school MCI Dl-3 on a band trip through downtown Boston. The driver experienced some challenge. He ended up taking a sign up half the length of the side glass. I always looked forward to marching season because we got to ride in the carter buses!!

The new gen D45 has the face only a mother could love. That and how it's painted/wrapped.

thanks James. Great mci in Winnepeg still going. Had a great day there in 1984. caroline

Odd that you showed Darth Vader in this episode because my wife swears that you put some kind of Jedi mind trick on me to keep me so interested in, of all things, buses.

MCI is smart to have a lower cost model. As stalwart as the J4500 is, it’s wise not to rely on one. See they aren’t FORD or BOEING so MCI actually makes sure that something will work before releasing it. James I know that feeling of how much torment a crush can be and not being able to muster the courage to talk to her. I’m nearly 60 and still have trouble. Coach builders may or may not realize how their products are instrumental in shaping people’s life memories such as vacations or one day trips. I’ll go on a limb and say that the all electric coach’s will not last. You know that from that trip. I think they’ll revisit the hybrid concept. I could be wrong but a hybrid is the best of both worlds. Always look forward to your videos.

The D45 CRT LE is an excellent coach for the transit agency that I'm working for. Excellent for highway travel and easy accessibility for mobility devices. However we demand the luggage compartment area for airport routes. Let see how MCI solve this problem

Great video James! After driving the D45CRT variant for Indian Trails in actual service (we needed the center lift but spec’d it like a D4520 otherwise) I can say the design is decent. We did have some issues with exterior lights almost immediately burning out. The mirrors are like those found on a transit bus and took some getting used to. There are a few significant blind spots and less overhead luggage space than before. The fit and finish leaves a lot to be desired. The 4 coaches we received have the swing door rather than the bi-part door. It’s very hard to get it adjusted and it’s an electric design so if you don’t have power for some reason you can’t open the door from the outside. So while it looks like a Van Hool door it’s an entirely different design from other coaches. Just some observations after working with them. Feels a lot like a J that shrank a little in the wash. 😂 Apparently MCI has changed things and now you can get a D4520 with the midship lift. To be honest the D4520 Vs. D45CRT designations seem to be pretty interchangeable. The rep who came to train us on the new coaches said lift position was the big difference. The next set of D’s we get will be D4520’s in all likelyhood but they’ll be the same specs as these CRT’s.

That new D model seriously looks like a bus that could be build currently by a european manufacturer. It looks so modern! Well except from the windshield but still...

James in full boss mode now 😁

The 'Legacy' D-Series is my favorite type of bus, and NJT has 1,222 D4500CTs in service.

Very beautiful coach...

Hey James. Another bus nut here. I have always been a "motorcoach watcher". I am a semi retired 49 year veteran school bus driver in Pa. My dream was to retire early and drive a motorcoach but that dream kinda blew by and i feel its too late for me now. Anyway, just wanted to let you nkow how much i enjoy your videos. Always interesting to me. I can tell you really enjoy what you do and are a true professional. Thanks for the entertainment. Stay safe out there.

Everything must change to survive. It will be interesting to see which of the new models become popular. I’m guessing that in the private charter industry that the 40’ models might see the most use.

Congratulations on your promotion James! Been awhile since I have commented on one of your videos, I am still watching though! Despite not having driven a coach for about 2years now, still enjoying phlebotomy!

The state of CO just took delivery of some new D45CRT’s. Spotted one today.

This is an awesome video, and congratz again being the CEO

I haven't seen a Peter Pan coach in decades. Didn't know they were still around.

We got a loaner at my company , passenger door was different , but great ride !

I’ve always loved MCI coaches, but these new D models just don’t do it for me. I think the front ends look horrible. Congratulations on your CEO position and I love your content. I am a big time bus nut and have been from a young age. I was a Transit Bus Operator for 10 years and I am going into my 2nd year as a Motorcoach Operator and I LOVE IT!!!

I have been watching your videos for a while and I love the fact based presentation, other channels should learn from it. Keep up the good work, I will keep enjoying the videos and driving "my" MCI MC12 6V92T-5spd. Cheers.

That D4520 is not a bad looking coach. The low entry vestibule version makes a lot of sense for commuter buses. Appears to be a lot more efficient for loading and unloading. Plus, any capacity lost would be ok due to the frequency of commuter services in big cities I would think. And being an introvert, those single seats opposite the low vestibule would be perfect for me - no seat mate! 🤣 And of course luggage storage underneath wouldn’t be an issue.

That's a cool bus, my company I work for here in Florida has Volvo and Temsa coaches

Exellent, James, thanks

I love a mci bus

Main issue with LE model that my company identified, was the luggage bays were only accessible on the closed (street) side. We service the airport, so luggage is a thing, and loading in traffic is an absolute non-starter.

I still remember my first mci D, gold line number 523, chartered dc to Disney world, 1983❤❤❤❤❤

Great workhouse that kept rolling on and on and on.....

Hello PC CEO 1IYT..........James that stands for Peoria Charter Chief Executive Officer One interesting you tuber.......Loved those early photos of you, looked like a pro then, look like a pro now...........Keep the videos coming, they are really great the way you put them together, looks like it would take a lot of your time......Thank You James .........Jeff Thompson Rockford Illinois

I got to drive for my first time a 2010 MCI D twice earlier this week, for the new company I now drive for.. For the rest of my week, I drove MCI 2013 J model. I think I prefer the J models so far. I do like it so far.

Awesome looking coach! Now you should make a video about the J3500 if you haven't already. I also have a question? Do you know why Prevost doesn't make any 35-foot coaches?

Hello from India 🇮🇳 ♥

8:52 was a good bus. I even have pictures of it up in the air, no wheels touching the ground, and a few with it burred in snow when the engine blew a head gasket. It looks so tired there...Back when I drove it and its sisters, they all still had the new coach smell and drove so nice. One day Id like to buy one and restore it. But it will have to wait in line lol. Also, you missed a D model. The D4000N. (I wont mention the D4000H or the other electric prototype), but the N was a 96 wide D for the Holland tunnel lines that NJ Transit wanted. Until they said no, and went with NovaBus. I never drove those, but I was told it was a rocket. The power of the D4000, with the maneuverability of an MC9. One thing Im curious about. NJ Transit was really UPSET when they did the G style headlights on the D model, that MCI had to made the D4005 Classic, with square sealed headlights, just like an old D, with the new funky rear (thats now old). At some point I guess they took delivery of some of the G nose buses, but Im curious what model MCI will build for NJT. They are the largest fleet in the US, and its majority coach, and they are very picky. I dont want to say bad things about a mans work, but after designing the D series, and the Renaissance, its hard to top those. Man had his work cut out for him. I guess I got used to that space between the headlight and the base of the windshield. So thanks. Thanks a lot. I wanted a MC9 in my fleet, so now I have to find a 102D3 as well! And of course I want one that I drove before. Great video!

He's the CEO now❤

Good video James! I've seen a couple of these on the road with Southeastern Stages out of ATL. The cockpit is still very much MCI but slightly more modernized (I only have the 4505 to compare to).

I Like the D Coaches Dash with the Part Digital/Part Analog Gauges and the headlights they are sort of like the J Headlights but Slightly Modified. I Mainly Like the 1 door variant Because it is most Simular to the J even with the sliding door. And i think one of those in PCC's Livery would look Sick!

8:26 Key word- TYPICALLY. The state of Colorado has D45CRT’s WITH bathrooms onboard for its intercity line run service.

I see these a lot on Xpress bus runs hello James!!

Great looking bus. I haven’t seen any big coaches like that used as public transit here in Calgary Canada.

For the next bus on the market I want an istv with the Volvo toilet setup except with a bigger waste tank and fresh tank that does not take DEF and runs like a scolded cat and rides like luxury. Oh yea and the push button wheelchair ramp and extra luggage bay for the driver.

That center door will make it so much quicker for people to enter/exit. It looks like there are stairs to get down to the center door.

Thanks for the informative video. Has MCI ever built a bus with turning tag wheels? My old beef with the D model was the excessive wear on the tag tires when turning sharply. I had a better turning radius with my Setra and Neoplan CityLiner.

The 40 foot range looks more proportional for that north american wheelbase configuration. The design of this new MCI model is the paradigm shift for north american motorcoach we’ve all been waiting, maybe not everyone’s cup of tea, but it’s a good start.

love your video James but why you don have prevost bus in your fleets? star trek but wee see star war lol

Congratulations on your promotion. I love the J Model chassis. I'm more interested in the operations of the loading/unloading doors on all coaches. I have always been fascinated by them. Bi fold, sliding, etc.

Last time I drove we had MCI 9, 8,7

After I drove transit I learned on a 45' foot Van Hool T945 rocketship with a Cummins M11+. When I later encountered the 102DL3 I didn't like it as much because they turned "like the Queen Mary" and the driver seat wasn't an air seat. Also in that early 2000's era there were a slew of modern-look coaches including the E & J, the Setra S417, etc, and your passengers would be envious along side them at a big event somewhere. But, they were solid busses and made lots of money for their operators while plenty of fly-by-nights bled themselves dry leasing newer equipment.

I am surprised that MCI is not offering the ZF or Eaton Cummins Automated Transmission. I've seen a video of the Eaton in action at their test track and it was mind blowing although they were using trucks with the Cummins X15 engine. That would make one hell of a drive train for an MCI or any other motorcoach.

The D series I believe is the only 40' coach still around. Others are standard in 45' including the Prevost X345

now i wonder if they'll make a hybrid version?

Interesting to see the new generation of the venerable D series bus. I would like to see a more detailed and thorough review of the wheelchair section of the bus including how the public actually uses it. And to find out how it’s actually working out in field use. I am somewhat concerned it is a bit of a road block to access and egress of the rear of the bus and may be a congestion point for entry and exit from the bus. As such, it will increase stage length times due to slower passenger boarding and exiting the bus.

Impressive and if you are wondering there were 2010 D4505s have a Detroit diesel engine EPA 10 compliant I've been on one of those Trans Bridge Lines Bethlehem Pennsylvania 363/365 Although on my return trip Trans Bridge Lines J4500 470 385. If you want me to tell you what their specifications are DD13 with B500R.

It's nice to see the D series isn't gone, but ever since I first saw the LE prototype, I always thought it was pretty awkward how the vestibule is both lower and secluded, separated from the rest of the bus. I'm confident that a lot of disabled people wouldn't feel comfortable being set "apart" from the rest of the crowd or charter group. Seems to me that the best offered option is still to have the rear exterior wheelchair lift along with the moveable seats in the back. At least people using these are still sitting along with everybody else. Still hope to see one in real life eventually, curious how it compares to the J series

I love buses, always did as a child, people ask me why do I love them so much, and my answer be I don't know I just do and I'm gonna continue to love them. I hope to start driving them one day soon. James I guess you can consider me a bus nut LOL I am a Fan of yours

I saw a d model grayhound chouch 😆😆😆😆😆

Hi James , I hear form Cummins few day ago . Cummins X10 will be have an similar power band of the X12 .

New Jersey Transit was gonna order these but we canned the order, but before I explain why, I need to discuss the way NJT does things. When NJT orders buses they like to order buses in bulk, as shown by our 7 year contract with MCI for over 1,000 D4500CTs! Anyhow, because we always order in bulk, we always give a couple hundred to private contractors who run contracted routes in the state of NJ, these buses being operated by the contractor but owned by NJT. With these buses comes some rules from the DOT of NJ: 1. The bus must be used for contracted operations only 2. The buses can not leave the tri state area (NJ, NY, CT) With these rules, everything should be fine, right? Nope. After a few years, it was becoming apparent the contractors could simply not be able to keep these coaches because of financial issues and breaking the rules that I just mentioned. Before we got to that point, NJT ordered 172 D45CRTs, however, when we realized what was up with those contractor run D4500CTs, NJT forced the hand of the contractors to hand a lot of them back (It’s important to mention that NJT themselves operated most of the coaches on their own routes but the contractors operated a good lot of them). So when one contractor ended operations, DeCamp, NJT got the D4500CTs they operated returned to them, fulfilling part of the D45CRT order. When CoachUSA and Academy stated downsizing operations due to financial issues, NJT got a good bunch of the D4500CTs they ran returned back, which fulfilled the remaining part of the D45CRT order. Realizing that the order was no longer needed because of all the former private contractor coaches being returned, NJT indefinitely put the order on hold. NJT won’t replace the D4500CTs yet given how the oldest one is from 2016 and the youngest one is from 2023 (NJT actually got the last ever D4500CT built).

2:37 Discovery Klingons. *rolls eyes*

I thought the height of MCI J4500 was 13' that's what the plaques says ...but still a really cool video you produced

Nice video James. I kind of like the D4520. I wonder how many companies are going to order the 40ft D?

6:43 Phoenix Valley Metro has a fleet of these type of buses.

Ventura county Transportation commission buses have alot of MCI d4505s.

I just got my CDL. Thank you for all your videos and education. My question is, how much will commercial insurance be a month for a 2010 Coach, that sits 55 passengers. i’m in Las Vegas area. thinking of purchasing one soon.

The number one rule for all drivers of all vehicles.....no fog , no fog lights.....like to see um implement a 500 dollar fine , left lane not passing , 1000 dollar fine

They redesigned the interior of the D series in 2015 and kept the rest of it the same body.

Yippee I’m early🎉

So......All of that space for only one wheelchair and a seat......😮

Mr Wang do MCI have the alternative to use either cummins or detriot engines?

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Gotta question for you is it possible for travel agencys/ or someone who does a lot of bus trips to sign a deal with a bus company to provide transportation for any trip?

will their new bus have adaptive cruise control and lane departer warning like on our newer Freightliner Cascadia trucks at work?

They need to send these to liberty and country coach to ne motor home and with slide out avalible pluse to band bus configuration

Totally fair not to quote exact prices for them, but how about a range?

Have you driven any of the new body-style Prevost H3s yet?

I'm proud of you and your new duds. But you're still a baby your high school class in 2000 good grief son. Great video! But boy you said a mouthful letters. Your wife could stick them up through the school and teach an English class and a math class. Take good care of yourself.

6:38 lol

Can they give you automataed 13 speed transmission woth engine brake or stright manuel

What instrument did you play in orchestra?

James gotta look the part now huh??? We see how it is......jk :)