Q. How do battery electric vehicles work and what advantages do they offer?

A. High-voltage batteries power the bus, communicating with software that sends energy to an electric motor. Currently, school buses are leading the transition with a perfect application for EV, because:

School Buses have anticipated, planned routes with dedicated mileage

Many school buses use a central depot where vehicles can be charged

There is a huge opportunity for savings in fuel and maintenance costs

School Buses will have a significant impact on air quality

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Answered by : Katie Stok

Segment Marketing Director – IC Bus

Katie has over 18 years of sales & marketing experience within the transportation industry. Currently the Segment Marketing Director, she’s responsible for the go-to-market strategy for IC Bus. Katie focuses on the needs of customers within the school bus segment and works cross-functionally to bring valuable solutions to the market.

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