Electric bus

Proterra battery technology to power Lightning eMotors Electric Transit commercial van

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Thursday, March 18, 2021
Electromagnetism, Proterra, Physical phenomena, Transport, Electric bus, Van, School bus, Electric vehicle, Lightning

BURLINGAME, Calif. and LOVELAND, Colo., March 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Proterra, a leading innovator in commercial vehicle electrification technology, and Lightning eMotors today announced a new collaboration to power the Generation 4 Lightning Electric Transit commercial van using Proterra's industry-leading battery technology.

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  • BURLINGAME, Calif. and LOVELAND, Colo., March 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Proterra, a leading innovator in commercial vehicle electrification technology, and Lightning eMotors today announced a new collaboration to power the Generation 4 Lightning Electric Transit commercial van using Proterra's industry-leading battery technology.
  • The Lightning Electric Transit commercial van is a purpose-built Class 3 commercial electric vehicle that is available in several popular configurations like last-mile cargo vans, passenger vans, shuttle buses, ambulances, school buses and RVs.
  • "Proterra is excited to work with a market leader like Lightning eMotors to help power even more commercial electric vehicles," said Gareth Joyce, President of Proterra Powered & Energy.
  • Built by Lightning eMotors, the Lightning Electric Transit is the only Class 3 electric van currently available in the U.S. that allows for wheelchair lifts, custom floor rails, and custom bus doors.

Electreon successfully Operates Bus Charged via Electric Road in Tel Aviv

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Thursday, March 18, 2021
Transport, Articles, Wireless energy transfer, Land transport, Electric power distribution, Energy development, Electric vehicle, Sustainable transport, Inductive charging, Tase, Electric bus, Electric road

BEIT YANAI, Israel, March 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Electreon (TASE: ELWS), developer and implementer of Wireless Electric Road Systems that wirelessly charge commercial and passenger electric vehicles while driving or parking,announced the successful start of operation of an electric bus that is charged via the Company's electric road infrastructure while traveling.

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  • BEIT YANAI, Israel, March 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Electreon (TASE: ELWS), developer and implementer of Wireless Electric Road Systems that wirelessly charge commercial and passenger electric vehicles while driving or parking,announced the successful start of operation of an electric bus that is charged via the Company's electric road infrastructure while traveling.
  • The deployment of Electreon's infrastructure in Tel Aviv is intended to demonstrate the prominent advantages of the electric road system.
  • Oren Ezer, CEO and Co-Founder of Electreon Wireless, commented, "Operating the bus in Tel Aviv is an extraordinary achievement that comes thanks to the hard work of our staff and the support of our exceptional partners.
  • Electreon, a global leader in Dynamic Wireless Power Transfer technology for charging all types of Electric Vehicles (EVs).

Milwaukee County Transit System selects Nova Bus to supply 15 electric LFSe+ buses -- a first LFSe+ order for Nova Bus in the U.S.

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Thursday, March 11, 2021
Buses, Land transport, Transport, Nova Bus LFS, Milwaukee County Transit System, Nova Bus, Electric bus, Transit bus

MONTREAL, March 11, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ -Nova Bus, leading North American transit bus manufacturer, is pleased to announce it was selected to supply 15 LFSe+ buses, Nova Bus' long range electric buses, by the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS), the largest transit agency in Wisconsin and primary transit provider for Milwaukee County.

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  • MONTREAL, March 11, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ -Nova Bus, leading North American transit bus manufacturer, is pleased to announce it was selected to supply 15 LFSe+ buses, Nova Bus' long range electric buses, by the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS), the largest transit agency in Wisconsin and primary transit provider for Milwaukee County.
  • This is Nova Bus' first order of electric LFSe+ buses in the United States.
  • "We look forward to introducing the Nova Bus LFSe+ buses to the Milwaukee community," said Martin Larose, Vice President and General Manager at Nova Bus.
  • "Congratulations to Nova Bus for their first sale of an electric bus fleet in the United States.

Milwaukee County Transit System selects Nova Bus to supply 15 electric LFSe+ buses -- a first LFSe+ order for Nova Bus in the U.S.

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Thursday, March 11, 2021
Buses, Transport, Land transport, Nova Bus LFS, Milwaukee County Transit System, Nova Bus, Transit bus, Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Transit, Electric bus, IC Bus

PLATTSBURG, N.Y., March 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Nova Bus, leading North American transit bus manufacturer, is pleased to announce it was selected to supply 15 LFSe+ buses, Nova Bus' long range electric buses, by the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS), the largest transit agency in Wisconsin and primary transit provider for Milwaukee County.

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  • PLATTSBURG, N.Y., March 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Nova Bus, leading North American transit bus manufacturer, is pleased to announce it was selected to supply 15 LFSe+ buses, Nova Bus' long range electric buses, by the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS), the largest transit agency in Wisconsin and primary transit provider for Milwaukee County.
  • This is Nova Bus' first order of electric LFSe+ buses in the United States.
  • "Nova Bus is an important part of the North country manufacturing industry and economy, and their newly awarded contract with the Milwaukee County Transit System is a testament to skilled employees and operation.
  • "We look forward to introducing the Nova Bus LFSe+ buses to the Milwaukee community," said Martin Larose, Vice President and General Manager at Nova Bus.

American-Made & All-New, BYD K8M 35-Foot Electric Bus Aces FTA Bus Reliability Test

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Thursday, March 11, 2021
Automotive, Automotive Manufacturing, Environment, Transport, Manufacturing, Alternative Vehicles, Fuels, Public transport, Design for X, Software quality, Companies of China, Companies, Engineering, Materials science, Reliability engineering, Survival analysis, Altoona, Pennsylvania, Electric bus, BYD Company, Altoona Transportation Center

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210311005318/en/
    The K8M record-setting performance included high marks in structural durability, reliability, maintainability, and safety.
  • As a result, U.S. transit agencies can confidently use FTA funding to buy the K8M.
  • We set a new benchmark and record for the entire American electric bus industry, said Patrick Duan, BYD North America Senior Vice President.
  • The Altoona test results prove the K8M will give our customers the best reliability and lowest maintenance costs they deserve and demand.

Collins Reports Increased Interest and Demand for Its Electric Vehicle School Buses

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Tuesday, March 9, 2021
Environment, Public transport, Alternative Vehicles, Fuels, Automotive, Transport, Automotive Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Primary, Secondary, Education, Sustainable transport, Transport, School bus, Student transport, Bus, Electric vehicle, Collins Industries, Human activities, Electric vehicles, Electric bus, Battery electric bus

Collins Bus, the industry leader in manufacturing Type A School Buses and part of REV Group, Inc., announces a rise in interest for its Electric Vehicle Type-A school buses across the US, and recently delivered the first Type A All Electric School Bus to Connecticut, the first ever in the state.

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  • Collins Bus, the industry leader in manufacturing Type A School Buses and part of REV Group, Inc., announces a rise in interest for its Electric Vehicle Type-A school buses across the US, and recently delivered the first Type A All Electric School Bus to Connecticut, the first ever in the state.
  • At the end of 2020, Collins also took orders for 11 Type A All Electric School Buses from California, New York, and Arizona, and has already provided quotes for over 40 Electric Vehicle school buses, in the first two months of 2021.
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    Collins Electric School Bus (Photo: Business Wire)
    Collins EV school buses are environmentally friendly and offer up to 85% operating and maintenance savings when compared to their internal combustion engine counterparts.
  • Electric school buses eliminate emissions providing cleaner air inside and outside the bus which is healthier for drivers, students, and the neighborhoods they serve.

United States Electric Commercial Vehicle Market Report 2021: Medium/Heavy-Duty truck and Bus Markets to Recover Following a Major Dip in 2020 Due to COVID-19

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Friday, March 5, 2021
Electric vehicles, Battery electric vehicles, Green vehicles, Transport, Electric truck, Charging station, Electric bus, Truck, Sustainable technologies, Electric vehicle conversion, Electric car use by country, Electric vehicle

However, the crisis is forecast to have a relatively lower impact on the electric truck and bus markets.

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  • However, the crisis is forecast to have a relatively lower impact on the electric truck and bus markets.
  • The electric bus segment shows a slight decline, whereas the electric truck market reflects a slight increase.
  • The electric commercial vehicle market also faces serious competition from alternative fuel-powered vehicles, which are gaining prominence.
  • 2019 Market Snapshot - Electric Trucks: Electric Commercial Vehicle Market
    Sales by Model and OEM - Electric Trucks: Electric Commercial Vehicle Market
    2019 Market Snapshot - Electric Buses: Electric Commercial Vehicle Market
    Sales by Model and OEM - Electric Buses: Electric Commercial Vehicle Market
    Charging Stations - Demand Forecast by Charging Type and Region: Electric Commercial Vehicle Market

BAE Systems to Deliver First Zero Emission Propulsion Systems on Public Buses in Vancouver

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Wednesday, March 3, 2021
Public transport, Environment, Alternative Vehicles, Fuels, Technology, Automotive, Transport, Other Technology, Automotive Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Fleet management, Sustainable transport, Companies of the United Kingdom, Companies, Economy of the United Kingdom, Electric vehicle, BAE Systems, Public transport, Bus, British Aerospace, Transit, Electric bus, Hybrid electric bus

Fifteen public buses in Vancouver, Canada, will be fitted with BAE Systems all- electric propulsion system, allowing them to run free of emissions.

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  • Fifteen public buses in Vancouver, Canada, will be fitted with BAE Systems all- electric propulsion system, allowing them to run free of emissions.
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    BAE Systems will provide next-generation Series-EV all-electric propulsion systems for use on 15 public buses in Vancouver, Canada, allowing them to run free of emissions.
  • BAE Systems Series-EV system builds on more than 25 years of innovation and proven technology that powers buses around the world.
  • BAE Systems has more than 13,000 propulsion systems in service on transit buses around the globe.

Electric Bus Market Revenue to Cross $53 Bn by 2027; Global Market Insights, Inc.

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Wednesday, March 3, 2021
Companies of China, Companies, Electric vehicles, Electric bus, Proterra, BYD Company, Yutong

SELBYVILLE, Del., March 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Market Insights Inc. has recently added a new report on the electric bus market which estimates the market valuation for the electric bus will cross US$ 53 billion by 2027.

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  • SELBYVILLE, Del., March 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Market Insights Inc. has recently added a new report on the electric bus market which estimates the market valuation for the electric bus will cross US$ 53 billion by 2027.
  • The electric bus industry is facing several challenges due to the rapid spread of the COVID-19 pandemic across the globe.
  • The acquisition aided the company to enter the global electric bus market.
  • Key players operating in the electric bus market include AB Volvo, BYD, Proterra, Yutong, and VDL Group.

United States Electric Commercial Vehicle Market Report 2021: Government Incentives and Charging Infrastructure Development by Public and Private Entities to Boost Uptake of Electric Buses and Trucks - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, March 2, 2021
Automotive, General Automotive, Transport, Alternative Vehicles, Fuels, Public transport, Fleet management, Electric vehicles, Battery electric vehicles, Green vehicles, Electric truck, Charging station, Electric bus, Electric vehicle conversion, Sustainable technologies, Electric power, Sustainable transport, Electric car use by country, Plug-in electric vehicle

The "Technology Innovation Driving the Transformation of the US Electric Commercial Vehicle Market" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Technology Innovation Driving the Transformation of the US Electric Commercial Vehicle Market" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The electric bus segment shows a slight decline, whereas the electric truck market reflects a slight increase.
  • The electric commercial vehicle market also faces serious competition from alternative fuel-powered vehicles, which are gaining prominence.
  • 2019 Market Snapshot - Electric Trucks: Electric Commercial Vehicle Market
    Sales by Model and OEM - Electric Trucks: Electric Commercial Vehicle Market
    2019 Market Snapshot - Electric Buses: Electric Commercial Vehicle Market
    Sales by Model and OEM - Electric Buses: Electric Commercial Vehicle Market
    Charging Stations - Demand Forecast by Charging Type and Region: Electric Commercial Vehicle Market
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