New Flyer of America Inc., a subsidiary of NFI Group Inc. (NFI), has received an order of an additional 116 Xcelsior® 40-foot, heavy-duty transit buses from the Metropolitan Transportation Authority's New York City Transit (NYC Transit). New Flyer says the order was included in its fourth-quarter 2022 backlog.
The order will help NYC Transit modernize its fleet with more efficient, safe and accessible buses as part of the agency’s strategic priorities to create a faster, more accessible and reliable public transportation system, outlined in its 2020-2024 Capital Program.
“Over the past 25 years, NFI has delivered more than 4,400 buses and coaches to NYC Transit, supporting New York City with safe and reliable mobility,” said Chris Stoddart, president, NFI. “With new technology onboard, our Xcelsior buses feature the latest EPA-compliant engine technology – delivering up to 95 percent reduction of NOx emissions. These new buses with industry-leading passenger carrying capacity will provide the New York communities with cleaner, quieter and more efficient transportation.”
The Xcelsior buses conform to the Environmental Protection Agency and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Heavy-Duty National Program, which reduces greenhouse gas emissions and fuel consumption for heavy-duty highway vehicles.
New Flyer’s technology combines ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel, advanced engines and effective emissions controls, resulting in a highly efficient bus with reduced emissions.
