MTRWESTERN - Electric Bus Fleet Additions - 2024

Описание: At MTRWESTERN, we have an unwavering commitment to sustainability and reducing our environmental footprint. It’s a core part of our mission and values as a company. That’s why we are thrilled to announce our latest investment in clean transportation technology with the addition of four new zero-emission electric vehicles to our fleet.

The two new CX45E electric motorcoaches from ABC Companies manufactured by Van Hool represent the latest advancements in battery-powered bus technology. These state-of-the-art buses can carry up to 56 passengers and offer amenities like Wi-Fi and reclining seats, providing an exceptional passenger experience while dramatically reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

The two Ford E-Transit electric shuttle vans can transport up to 11 passengers while producing zero direct emissions. The new vehicles bring MTRWESTERN’s electric fleet to a total of five vehicles with current plans to add four more electric buses.

MTRWESTERN’s EV charter bus journey started in 2021 in partnership with ABC Companies when they completed an unprecedented 1,700 mile U.S. round-trip pilot electric charter bus program. In August 2023, we launched the first intercity electric bus service in the United States in partnership with Amtrak, operating the Amtrak Cascades bus route between Seattle, WA and Bellingham, WA. The connector service saves approximately 10,000 gallons of diesel fuel per year, cutting CO2 emissions by 109 tons or 218,000 pounds annually.