Monday, January 9, 2012

Metro News Calgary: Van company touts safety amid moms' concerns

SUMMERSIDE, P.E.I. - A P.E.I.-based shuttle company looking to expand into New Brunswick says two mothers objecting to its use of 15-passenger vans have valid concerns.

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But Advanced Shuttle Services Ltd. says its vans are equipped with snow tires and undergo regular, comprehensive inspections to ensure the safety of its passengers.

The company has applied to New Brunswick's Energy and Utilities Board for a permit to use the vehicles, which are banned for student-use in that province.

The application is being denounced by Isabelle Hains and Ana Acevedo, whose teenage sons were killed in a 15-passenger van crash near Bathurst four years ago.

David Anderson, owner of the shuttle company, says safety is a priority and only specially licensed drivers are permitted behind the wheel.

Anderson says there have been no accidents since the company began operating in 1999.

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