Tag: Electric Bus

Biden Transportation Department Grants $1.7 Billion for Electric and Low-Emission Buses in 46 US States and Territories

The U.S. Department of Transport (DOT) is awarding grants for new electric and low-emission buses in 46 U.S. states and territories for a total of about $1.7 billion. Funding for these zero- and low-emission buses comes through the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA); a $1.2 trillion bill that includes funding for public transit…


Free Electric Shuttle From San Diego International Ariport to Old Town Begins

SAN DIEGO—The San Diego County Regional Airport Authority announced on Nov. 22 the launch of the San Diego Flyer, a free electric shuttle bus service between San Diego International Airport (SAN) and Old Town Transit Center. The buses will operate every day, with an average arrival every 20 to 30 minutes. Pick up and drop-offs are intended to…


All Los Angeles Metro Orange Line Buses Become Electric

LOS ANGELES—All buses along the Metro G (Orange) Line are now electric following an $80 million electrification process that began in 2016, officials announced today. The buses were previously powered by natural gas, and the G Line is the first Metro line to be transitioned to 100 percent electric buses. “Five years ago, the Metro…