Electric bus

AlphaStruxure, a joint venture of The Carlyle Group and Schneider Electric, Announces Integrated Fleet Electrification Infrastructure Project to Support Montgomery County, Maryland’s Growing Electric Bus Fleet

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Wednesday, May 12, 2021
Public policy, Government, State, Local, Environment, Transport, Alternative energy, Energy, Public transport, Control theory, Electrical grid, Microgrid, Optimal control, Electric vehicles, Charging station, Electric bus, Academic disciplines, AlphaStruxure, The Carlyle Group, Schneider Electric, ALPHASTRUXURE, THE CARLYLE GROUP, SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC

b'AlphaStruxure, a leader in Energy as a Service (EaaS) solutions, today announced an agreement to deploy an integrated microgrid and electric bus charging infrastructure project for Montgomery County, Maryland.

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  • b'AlphaStruxure, a leader in Energy as a Service (EaaS) solutions, today announced an agreement to deploy an integrated microgrid and electric bus charging infrastructure project for Montgomery County, Maryland.
  • AlphaStruxure, a joint venture of Schneider Electric and the Carlyle Global Infrastructure Opportunity Fund, will design, build, finance, own and operate the project to enable Ride On\xe2\x80\x99s growing electric bus fleet.
  • "Rather than buying the microgrid and charging infrastructure outright, the County partnered with AlphaStruxure, who builds, owns, operates and maintains the system.
  • The County then purchases the electricity and resilience supplied by the microgrid and charging infrastructure on an ongoing basis.

Global Electric Vehicles (EV) Markets, 2020-2021 & 2027: Analysis & Forecasts by Passenger Vehicles, LCVs, HCVs, Two-wheelers, e-Scooters & Bikes - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, May 10, 2021
Other Automotive, Automotive, Alternative Vehicles, Fuels, Electric vehicle, Sustainable transport, Electric vehicles, Fuel cell vehicle, Electric bus, Electric vehicle conversion, Sustainable technologies, Sustainable development, Transport, Environmental technology, Government incentives for plug-in electric vehicles, Plug-in electric vehicle

The increasing adoption of electric mobility in emerging economies and growing adoption of autonomous driving vehicles also aid in the growth of this market.\nBased on vehicle type, the light commercial vehicles segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.

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  • The increasing adoption of electric mobility in emerging economies and growing adoption of autonomous driving vehicles also aid in the growth of this market.\nBased on vehicle type, the light commercial vehicles segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
  • This segment\'s rapid growth is mainly attributed to the growing awareness regarding the role of electric vehicles in reducing emissions, increase in demand for electric vehicles to reduce fleet emissions, and stringent government rules and regulations towards vehicle emissions.\nBased on propulsion type, the fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
  • The rapid growth of this segment is mainly attributed to the increasing adoption of electric buses and trucks, mainly for public transportation and freight service applications.\nBased on end use, the commercial use segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
  • The rapid growth of this segment is mainly attributed to the increase in fuel prices and stringent emission norms set by governments, growing adoption of autonomous delivery vehicles, and increasing adoption of electric buses and trucks.\nGeographically, the European electric vehicles market is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period.\n'

Thomas Built Buses Delivers 50th Proterra Powered Electric School Bus

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Wednesday, May 5, 2021
Proterra, Battery electric vehicle, School bus, Transport, Motor vehicles, Human activities, Electric bus, Thomas Saf-T-Liner C2

"This milestone delivery is an important marker for Thomas Built Buses and a turning point in our industry as we pave the way for a future of electric school buses.

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  • "This milestone delivery is an important marker for Thomas Built Buses and a turning point in our industry as we pave the way for a future of electric school buses.
  • Now, these 50 nationwide deployments represent the first Thomas Built, Proterra Powered battery-electric school buses to hit the roads as cities, towns, and school districts transition to all-electric school bus fleets.\nIn Virginia, TBB and Sonny Merryman Inc. were selected as the exclusive provider of 50 electric school buses to 15 public school districts for the first phase of Dominion Energy\'s electric school bus program.
  • With 50 electric school buses on the road today and more to follow, Proterra is proud to partner with Thomas Built Buses as we shape a clean transportation future for students and families across the country," said Gareth Joyce, President of Proterra Powered & Energy.\n"There is no question thefuture of human mobility, including buses and global sustainability, is electric, which is why we are so excited about our role in delivering the first electric school buses in Virginia and the 50th Thomas Jouley nationwide.
  • With demand for electric school buses coming from all levels, including state and federal government, utilities, and school divisions, this will be the first of many significant milestones for the deployment of Jouley school buses," said Floyd Merryman, President & CEO of Sonny Merryman Inc.\nTransitioning to electric school buses offers multiple benefits to students and the community.

Electric Bus Market worth 704 thousand units by 2027 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

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Friday, April 30, 2021
Electric bus, Bus, Electric vehicle

Thus, the Electric Bus Market is expected to witness significant growth in the future.\nAsia Pacific is the largest Electric Bus Market in the world.

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  • Thus, the Electric Bus Market is expected to witness significant growth in the future.\nAsia Pacific is the largest Electric Bus Market in the world.
  • The Asia Pacific market is dominated by China, which has large sales volumes for electric buses.
  • Asia Pacific is home to many OEMs, especially Chinese companies, that are dominating the global Electric Bus Market.
  • The increasing demand for electric mass transit solutions, renowned OEMs expanding in the region, and government support are factors driving the North American Electric Bus Market.

Global Electric Bus Market Market Report 2021-2030: CASE Convergence and Value Chain Integration Will Ensure Transformational Growth

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Wednesday, April 28, 2021
Electric vehicles, Sustainable technologies, Electric bus, Battery electric vehicle, Bus, Battery electric bus, Science and technology, Technology

b'DUBLIN, April 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Pro-green Government Policies and Incentives Power the Electric Bus Market" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com\'s offering.\nThe global electric bus market size is expected to reach more than 210,000 units by 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.9%.

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  • b'DUBLIN, April 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Pro-green Government Policies and Incentives Power the Electric Bus Market" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com\'s offering.\nThe global electric bus market size is expected to reach more than 210,000 units by 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.9%.
  • The growing adoption of electric transit buses has enabled global sourcing and supply chain for alternate powertrain buses.\nThe market is witnessing strong collaborations among incumbent automakers, suppliers, and new players striving to enter the market.
  • Battery-electric buses are expected to have a larger market share, followed by fuel cell electric buses by 2030.
  • The electric bus unit shipments are expected to grow at a CAGR of 28.4% from 2020 to 2030.\nElectric Bus Market - Regional Split by Technology, 2030\n'

Exro Partners with Vicinity Motor Corp to Deploy Enhanced Powertrain into Next-Generation Electric Buses

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Tuesday, April 27, 2021
Sustainable transport, Electric bus, Electric vehicle, Inductive charging, Buses, Transport, Motor vehicles, Sustainable technologies, Solaris Bus & Coach, Hybrid electric buses

Vicinity\'s flagship product line, the Vicinity Bus, is a purpose-built electric bus revolutionizing sustainable public transit with next generation components.\nExro will supply the Coil Drive System technology and Vicinity will conduct operational validation through deployment of an optimized electric powertrain for VMC\'s suite of electric buses.

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  • Vicinity\'s flagship product line, the Vicinity Bus, is a purpose-built electric bus revolutionizing sustainable public transit with next generation components.\nExro will supply the Coil Drive System technology and Vicinity will conduct operational validation through deployment of an optimized electric powertrain for VMC\'s suite of electric buses.
  • The Coil Drive System solution will enable the next generation of electric buses with improved performance that accelerates the transition to a sustainable public transit system.
  • "\n"We are thrilled to bring enhanced electric buses to the market alongside Vicinity", said Sue Ozdemir, Chief Executive Officer of Exro.
  • Exro has developed a new class of control technology that expands the capabilities of electric motors, generators, and batteries.

Global Electric Bus Market Market Report 2021-2030: Pro-green Government Policies and Incentives to Power the Industry - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, April 23, 2021
Public transport, Transport, Automotive, Alternative Vehicles, Fuels, Electric vehicles, Sustainable technologies, Electric bus, Battery electric vehicle, Bus, Battery electric bus, Transport, Science and technology, Vehicles

b'The "Pro-green Government Policies and Incentives Power the Electric Bus Market" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com\'s offering.\nThe global electric bus market size is expected to reach more than 210,000 units by 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.9%.

Key Points: 
  • b'The "Pro-green Government Policies and Incentives Power the Electric Bus Market" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com\'s offering.\nThe global electric bus market size is expected to reach more than 210,000 units by 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.9%.
  • The growing adoption of electric transit buses has enabled global sourcing and supply chain for alternate powertrain buses.\nThe market is witnessing strong collaborations among incumbent automakers, suppliers, and new players striving to enter the market.
  • Battery-electric buses are expected to have a larger market share, followed by fuel cell electric buses by 2030.
  • The electric bus unit shipments are expected to grow at a CAGR of 28.4% from 2020 to 2030.\nElectric Bus Market - Regional Split by Technology, 2030\n'

BYD and SMART Union Applaud Biden Administration Plan to Build Back Better with Support for Zero Emission Battery Electric Buses

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Tuesday, April 20, 2021
Automotive Manufacturing, Automotive, Manufacturing, White House, Federal Government, Public transport, Public policy, Rail, Transport, Alternative Vehicles, Fuels, Congressional News, Views, Public policy, Government, Companies of China, Companies, BYD Company, Berkshire Hathaway, Electric bus, Battery electric bus, Joe Biden 2020 presidential campaign, Presidency of Joe Biden, BYD Auto

b'BYD (Build Your Dreams) and its SMART union workforce applauds Vice President Kamala Harris and the Biden Administration and their support for converting US transit systems buses and school buses to battery electric zero emission systems.

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  • b'BYD (Build Your Dreams) and its SMART union workforce applauds Vice President Kamala Harris and the Biden Administration and their support for converting US transit systems buses and school buses to battery electric zero emission systems.
  • As a global corporation, BYD, with its US headquarters in Los Angeles and manufacturing facility in Lancaster, California, represents 40 percent of the nation\'s manufacturing capacity for battery electric buses and is committed to President Joe Biden\'s goal to "Build Back Better.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210420005363/en/\nUnfortunately, federal regulations set to take effect in December will disrupt the President\'s efforts.
  • For more information, please visit en.byd.com or follow BYD on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook and YouTube .\nView source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210420005363/en/\n'

A $174 billion EV investment would transform the American bus market, says IDTechEx

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Tuesday, April 20, 2021
Yutong, Electric bus, Bus, Electric vehicle, Transport

At the end of March 2021, the Biden Government announced a $2 trillion dollar package , "The American Jobs Plan," which proposes a $174 billion investment in the US electric vehicle market.

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  • At the end of March 2021, the Biden Government announced a $2 trillion dollar package , "The American Jobs Plan," which proposes a $174 billion investment in the US electric vehicle market.
  • They expect to see continued fast-paced growth, predicting that over 1,000 Blue Bird electric buses will be on the road next year.
  • IDTechEx expects to see Chinese electric bus OEMs look to markets outside of China for growth, often in partnership with local bus manufacturers.
  • Yutong recently secured an order for 741 electric buses, to be deployed for the Qatar 2022 FIFA football World Cup.

Proterra Selected In Electric Bus Contract By Washington State Department of Enterprise Services

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Tuesday, April 13, 2021
Proterra, Battery electric vehicle, Electric bus, Motor vehicles, Transport, Buses, Proterra Catalyst, New Flyer Xcelsior

The purpose-built electric buses further offer a quieter ride for reduced noise pollution, greater efficiency, and lower operating costs than combustion engine vehicles.\nIn 2020, Proterra introduced its fifth-generation battery-electric transit vehicle, the Proterra ZX5.

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  • The purpose-built electric buses further offer a quieter ride for reduced noise pollution, greater efficiency, and lower operating costs than combustion engine vehicles.\nIn 2020, Proterra introduced its fifth-generation battery-electric transit vehicle, the Proterra ZX5.
  • The ProterraZX5 electric transit bus features a new streamlined vehicle design and maximizes the amount of energy that can be stored on board the vehicle to increase power and range.
  • The 40-foot Proterra ZX5 can be equipped with 675 kWh of energy storage to deliver up to 329 miles of drive range, which represents the most energy storage and longest drive range of any 40-foot electric bus available in the market today.
  • Stockholders will also be able to obtain copies of the Registration Statement, without charge, once available, at the SEC\'s website at www.sec.gov .