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Newsby StaffOctober 9, 2017

BYD unveils 45-foot electric coach at APTA EXPO

Will showcase four models of its advanced technology battery-electric buses in addition to a class 5 battery-electric truck and forklift in booth #6947 this week at the 2017 APTA Expo.

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Newsby StaffOctober 9, 2017

New Flyer launches new NFI Parts brand

NFI Parts represents the OEM product lines of New Flyer and MCI, distribution of the Setra brand, and the prior acquisitions of NABI and the Orion parts business.

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Newsby StaffOctober 9, 2017

Ridecell announces acquisition of Auro

Also announced the public availability of its autonomous operations platform, which has successfully been used in autonomous pilot programs.

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Newsby StaffOctober 9, 2017

BYD unveils North America's largest electric bus factory

The grand opening celebration commemorated the addition of a new wing to the current BYD Coach and Bus space, bringing the total manufacturing facility to nearly 450,000 sq. ft.

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Newsby StaffOctober 9, 2017

Proterra introduces DuoPower drivetrain for Catalyst electric buses

With the DuoPower drivetrain, the Catalyst bus will now have nearly twice the horsepower and acceleration, and will be five times more efficient than a standard diesel bus.

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Newsby StaffOctober 9, 2017

Vapor unveils sliding plug bus door system at APTA EXPO

Designed to meet the rigorous daily demands of city bus applications, the Vapor Outside Sliding Plug Door includes a patented, electric actuator that minimizes space claim in the header area while maximizing clear door opening to facilitate passenger ingress and egress.

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Newsby StaffOctober 9, 2017

ABC, Van Hool partner with Proterra to electrify CX Series coaches

The new Van Hool CX45E and CX35E models utilize the proven CX platform, and will feature Proterra’s E2 battery technology along with a fully-electric drivetrain designed to deliver exceptional operational, environmental, and passenger benefits.

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Newsby StaffOctober 9, 2017

Cummins, GILLIG announce electrified power partnership

The technical collaboration work focuses on integrating and optimizing new battery-electric technology from Cummins that will soon power GILLIG zero-emissions transit buses.

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Newsby Alex RomanOctober 9, 2017

MARTA Focused on Providing a High-End Customer Experience

In 2016, voters passed a $2.5 billion ballot measure to increase both MARTA bus and rail service.

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Newsby StaffOctober 9, 2017

Being a ‘lifelong learner’ key for CapMetro’s Watson

Q&A with Linda Watson, President/CEO, Capital Metro, Austin, Texas

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