RIDE, the U.S. arm of BYD, says electric school bus demand continues growing as districts look for fuel savings, quieter rides, V2G capability, and long-term operational benefits.
Speaking with School Bus Fleet at ACT Expo 2026, Frank Girardot and Jason Shi (while on a ride and drive) discuss:
- Why school districts remain interested in electric buses
- The role of state-level grants and incentives
- Battery safety and lithium iron phosphate chemistry
- Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology
- Driver and student experience improvements
- Manufacturing growth in the U.S.
- Range, charging, and infrastructure challenges
- How RIDE and BYD approach EV bus production differently
The interview also explores how the company is responding to industry skepticism while scaling production of electric school buses in America.
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