Ford is revolutionizing the school bus industry with its new Type A electric school bus package based on its top-selling E-Transit commercial van. The E-Transit was first introduced in 2020 as an all-electric smart workhorse version of its best-selling cargo van, and it has quickly climbed the sales charts ever since. Ford has signed major deals with industry leaders like logistics leader Deutsche Post DHL Group (DHL) and, more recently, to supply 9,250 electric mail trucks to the US Postal Service.
Now, Ford is taking the E-Transit’s versatility one step further by offering a Type A electric school bus package. Wanda Young, global chief marketing and experience officer at Ford Pro, shared an image of the Type A electric school bus on her Twitter based on the E-Transit powertrain at Work Truck Week in Indianapolis, Indiana. Ford says the E-Transit is the first van from a full-line automaker to offer a Type A school bus on an electric powertrain.
The E-Transit is already showing its potential to reduce emissions in the commercial delivery and cargo markets, and now postal services and school buses. After its first year on the market, the E-Transit has saved over 745,000 gallons of gas and over 4.3 million kg of CO2 from entering Earth’s atmosphere. Compared to traditional gas-powered delivery vans, Ford says driving its low-roof E-Transit can save 57% of the CO2 output over the vehicle’s lifetime.
New incentives make electric school buses nearly free to obtain for school districts, so now is the time to build more and accelerate the rollout. Electrifying our school buses needs to be a priority, as over 25 million children take the school bus each year, covering around 5.7 billion miles. Not only do traditional school buses pose harm to the kids and communities they serve, but they can also cost more with maintenance and gas expenses. Ford’s Type A electric school bus package is a great step forward in reducing emissions and making our school buses safer and more cost-effective.
FAQ
Q1. When will electric cars be available in the UK?
A1. Electric cars are already available in the UK and can be purchased from a variety of dealerships.
Q2. Where can I find electric car charging stations near me?
A2. You can find electric car charging stations near you by using online maps or apps such as PlugShare or ChargePoint.
Q3. Which electric car is the best?
A3. The best electric car depends on your individual needs and preferences. Some popular models include the Tesla Model 3, Nissan Leaf, and Chevrolet Bolt EV.
