Green vehicle technology manufacturer Proterra has launched its second generation all-electric bus, the Proterra Solution, at the American Public Transportation Association Bus and Paratransit Conference in the US.
Proterra Solution is the company's first 40ft electric bus and is claimed to weigh less than other transit buses, while offering better fuel efficiency.
The bus model is also claimed to feature a fast-charge system for smaller charging periods, one-step access for ease-of-maintenance and industry-leading ergonomics.
Proterra Marketing vice president Heidi McNary said the Proterra Solution allows the company to incorporate key learnings from its buses' years in revenue service on routes across the US to improve upon its EV tradition.
"With first mover advantage in the marketplace, this next-generation product incorporates industry insight that enables us to uniquely respond to the performance requirements and operational needs of transit customers," McNary added.
Earlier, a Proterra electric vehicle had made a record transit of 710miles in 24 hours.
Image: A crowd gathered at the American Public Transportation Association trade show for the unveiling of the Proterra Solution. Photo: Courtesy of Business Wire/ Proterra.
