BAE Systems will fit 15 public transit buses in Vancouver, Canada, with the company’s all-electric propulsion system, allowing them to run free of emissions.
The fleet is the first in North America to benefit from the next-generation Series-EV zero-emission technology.
Series-EV eliminates the need for traditional combustion engines with electric motors, controls and batteries, creating a clean and efficient mode of transportation. The latest version of BAE Systems’ technology uses fewer, lighter and more compact components. Its light weight, reduced number of connections and use of advanced materials make it easy to install and efficient, enabling the buses to travel longer distances on a single charge.
“The deployment of clean transportation in our cities is critical to reach a zero-emission future,” said Steve Trichka, vice president and general manager of Power & Propulsion Solutions at BAE Systems. “Our Series-EV system will help Vancouver take a major step towards full electrification of their bus fleet and will help to improve air quality throughout the city.”
BAE Systems’ Series-EV system builds on more than 25 years of innovation and technology that powers buses around the world. The company’s all-electric systems are on buses in service throughout Europe, including cities such as London and Paris. BAE Systems develops and services its technology at its facilities in Endicott, New York, and Rochester, UK.
