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PHOENIX – GreenPower Motor Company Inc. (NASDAQ: GP) (TSXV: GPV), known for manufacturing all-electric medium and heavy-duty vehicles, has recently delivered its first all-electric BEAST school bus to the Phoenix Elementary School District, marking a significant step in the district’s move towards sustainable transportation.
The BEAST, a 40-foot Type D electric school bus, boasts zero emissions and a design focused on safety and durability. Its aluminum body, integrated into a high-strength steel chassis, and a flat floor design are significant features that enhance the vehicle’s structural integrity and student safety. The bus is equipped with dual port charging capabilities, including Level 2 and DC Fast Charging, with wireless charging also available.
Phoenix Elementary School District, which operates 15 schools and serves approximately 5,000 students, has expressed enthusiasm for the new addition to their fleet. Superintendent Dr. Deborah Gonzalez highlighted the health benefits of reducing students’ exposure to air pollution, while the community’s support through bonds was acknowledged as instrumental in funding the investment.
The BEAST was acquired through GreenPower’s authorized school bus dealer RWC Group, which has emphasized the added safety and reliability benefits of an electric school bus. RWC serves the state of Arizona with a selection of quality electric school buses.
GreenPower, founded in Vancouver, Canada, and with operational facilities in southern California, specializes in a range of all-electric vehicles, including transit buses, school buses, shuttles, and cargo vans. The company completed its U.S. IPO and NASDAQ listing in August 2020.
This news is based on a press release statement and reflects the company’s ongoing efforts to provide environmentally friendly transportation solutions. The introduction of the BEAST to the Phoenix Elementary School District is a testament to the growing demand for electric vehicles in the education sector and GreenPower’s role in meeting that demand.
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