"Now the bus goes directly to the hospital entrance. I can leave at a little after 6 a.m., and it's much more convenient!" exclaimed a passenger on a Zhongtong bus operated by Shandong Heavy Industry, heading to the Wujia Branch of Yichang Central People's Hospital.

In June 2025, the passenger transport company of the Three Gorges Tourism Group, focusing on the travel needs of citizens, innovated the bus passenger service model by launching the inter-city "Health Line." This initiative provides efficient and convenient travel solutions for residents from counties and cities seeking medical care.

For a long time, the remote locations, high costs of private car travel, and difficulties in parking near hospitals have been major obstacles for residents in the surrounding counties and cities of Yichang when seeking medical treatment. After the Health Line was launched, it covers four routes from Yidu, Zhijiang, Dangyang, and Zigui to the Wujia Branch of Yichang Central People's Hospital, precisely solving the "last mile" travel pain points for residents from these areas when accessing medical care.

With a heart full of dedication and a mission to serve the people, Shandong Heavy Industry's Zhongtong buses, with their healthy, comfortable, stable, and reliable performance, have taken on the important mission of providing travel services on this warm and caring bus line.

Since the Health Line was launched over a month ago, it has safely transported more than 2,000 passengers. The majority of passengers on the early bus are the elderly and patients, so creating a healthy and comfortable riding space is crucial. Zhongtong buses, with their combination of advanced technology and humanistic care, have created a satisfying travel experience for the public.

The bus's efficient ventilation system ensures fresh and circulating air inside the vehicle. The ergonomic seat design, combined with antibacterial materials and industry-leading NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness) performance, creates a fresh, comfortable, and quiet riding environment, effectively enhancing the comfort for elderly and infant passengers.

Source : www.chinabuses.org

Editor : Olivia

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