Secret tunnel under Chicago just for buses called the BUS WAY.

12 hours of driving in circles in downtown Chicago. This was a event shuttle for McCormick place. I was assigned the Hilton hotel in Downtown Chicago so I drove my bus between the Hilton hotel and McCormick Place for 12 hours. I also got to driving through the mysterious tunnel that goes underneath the city of Chicago called the bus way.

****************************************************************************
Checkout my other channel Motorcoach World

Don't forget to check out UMA's Website

Also check out Bus and Motorcoach News

And don't forget their YouTube Channel Motorcoach Minute

Want to help support this channel? You can by becoming a patron on my patreon page.

Want a cool Motorcoach World shirt? Checkout my merch store.

Also Check out Motorcoach world's new Facebook page.
****************************************************************************

Equipment used in this Video

Go Pro Hero 11

Go Pro Hero 11 Media Mod

TELESIN Magnetic Go Pro Neck Mount POV

Go Pro Hero 10

Go Pro Hero 10 Media Mod

Joby JB01507 GorillaPod 3K Kit

DJI Pocket 2 Creator Combo

Video edited using Shot Cut Video editor

[review]

Driver at the bottom of the steps offering an arm to the passengers as the disembark. Really makes a huge difference in perception of the professional look of a company. Hadn't paid close attention until now but you made it look good!

[Justin-xjte]

It's always a pleasure watching someone enjoy what they do. I can clearly see the pride you take in your work, and also in your video editing. Don't ever let go of that.

[Mainbusfail]

Mr. Wang, Thank you for sharing a work shift with us. This was really cool to watch. Nice Bus too.

[fresh.pyro.]

I remember my first McCormick run on the bus way as a driver. The first few times you do it, you think there's no way you'll ever be able to do it safely. You just have to dive in and do it and then after the first few hours you get the hang of it and start to feel invincible. If you can do a mccormick shuttle for 12 hours then you can drive anywhere! The first run is always stressful. I had to pick up at Westin and Drake hotels and man that was tough at times. The long lunch breaks were definitely a nice treat.

[TheJustin]

I don’t think people realize just how much time is saved with the bus way

[liamhenry]

Used this many a time from 25th South to the Lower Wacker and the River. We used to call it Daley’s Highway. It was designed for the movement of Convention Buses from Mc Cormack Place to hotels by Michigan Ave and Wacker. They did not want all those buses clogging up Michigan Ave.

[Jayknowsthewaze]

Nothing like good old Jim’s right next to Maxwell St. - Those fries stay piping hot for ages and go great with that polish loaded with the onions and mustard

[mikehindson-evans]

"Never under-estimate Chicago traffic" - A fascinating insight into a working day in Chicago. This was a pleasure to watch this working day and geography lesson. At least "someone" thought about getting mass-transit (motor coaches) across the city during the last phase of construction (I still prefer the Blue Line in from O'Hare, but that's partly because of the inspiring view of the cityscape as you head eastbound to the city). As a semi-regular visitor to Chicago from the UK, you have alerted me to another piece of city infrastructure which helps to keep Chicago moving. Excellent to see a cheerful pre-check at 2:09 before the working day! I finally realised where you were at 9:09 - lovely city tour. Thank you.

[tonkabear]

Loved here all my 50+ and had no idea this existed. Thank you for this video.

[courtneysylvester]

Your a video production is excellent !

A lot of people don’t realize what it takes to make a good quality video; Which involves storytelling, establishing shot, panning, camera angles, audio, etc. as well as the various editing techniques to make the video informative and engaging.

I love your style of production and look forward to seeing more of your work.

[Sacto]

This actually a smart move given that McCormick Place is a *VERY* busy convention center and the last thing people want are big buses clogging the streets around that convention center.

[JamesYoung-os]

James, I did the underground trip many times driving for Lamers Bus Lines. That was without gps which was not invented yet and also with a stick shift, double clutching, about 25 yrs ago. Did this many times from my home at Green Bay durning my 36 year career driving for Lamers. The first time with a new J series MCI was really a big improvement. Over 400 trips to Chicago during my career. Enjoy your videos, keep the info coming. Jim Young, Green Bay, Wosc

[robertfinley]

I attended a conference at McCormack Place and stayed at the Hyatt on Wacker Ave. I boarded the shuttle bus and we went a couple blocks and turned right and went into something that looked like an under ground parking garage. I blurted out WHERE IN THE HELL IS THIS GUY GOING. We came out on a blacktop by the rail yard and went all the way to McCormack Place a private road for shuttle buses pretty neat. I did shuttle work in my day be happy you have automatic and not a manual tranny. Neat to see Tri State Tours out of Galena IL. a nice company.

[richardmoore]

James, you have nerves of steel and the patients of a saint. My upmost admiration my friend.

[daytonafuntim]

Haven't seen a Peoria Charter bus in years! Thanks for the video!

[captain.john.]

Fun stuff. We deal with that traffic in San Francisco too.

[unmguy]

Loved this video. Been doing conventions every other year at McCormick for the last 25 years or so. I have a great appreciation for all the coach drivers during the conventions. I'm always thinking about the elevated platform and rail supports you have to navigate. I drive a 40' private coach predominately in the desert Southwest and west coast. I wouldn't want to try Chicago traffic.

[lemonbounce]

I really enjoy your videos.
This is my first time watching 'a day in the life'.
Fascinating!

[robertwbingo]

That looks like an interesting gig. Well done!

[irSteven]

I don't know how your video ended up in my feed but I've been picked up and shuttled to McCormick Place from that exact spot on the south side of the Hilton when I attended music conferences in the winter. Very cold but always a fun trip! I may have to try Jim's next time I'm there that looked great! Great video!