Electric Bus Order Points Turn Signal to Statewide Effort

North American transit bus manufacturer, Nova Bus, has a new order for three electric Nova Bus LFSe+ vehicles by the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA). Julie Kirschbaum, director of transit, says SFMTA is committed to embracing the greenest fleet possible, and getting people out of private vehicles and into more sustainable modes of transportation.

“These zero-emission buses will help keep the city air cleaner as well as provide a quieter transit experience and a healthier environment to its passengers,” said Martin Larose, president of Nova Bus. “We are proud to be working with the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency and help lead the charge toward the electrification of transit in California and across the USA.”

With an electric drive motor coupled by BAE Systems’ next generation power electronics, these electric buses provide better fuel economy, longer driving range, and reduced maintenance costs and greenhouse gas emissions.