VANNER LOOKS FORWARD TO ENHANCED CAPABILITIES AND EXPANDED REACH WITH ACQUISITION BY HAVIS
Hilliard, OH. March 5, 2024 – Vanner, a leading expert in power management solutions across various sectors, is thrilled to announce its acquisition by Havis, a premier provider of innovative solutions for rugged environments. This strategic move represents an exciting new chapter for Vanner…
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BRAMPTON ONLY CANADIAN CITY NAMED TO LIST OF ‘TOP GREEN FLEETS’ FOR PUSH TOWARD HYBRID, ELECTRIC VEHICLES. BRAMPTON WILL BE RECEIVING VANNER’S IAP2™
Vanner’s Increased Accessory Power 2 (VANNER IAP 2™) enables Allison’s eGen Flex to operate in 100% electric mode (Vanner electrically powers all of the bus’ accessories).
October 26, 2023
Published by Ryan Rumbolt (www.insauga.com)
The city is being recognized for its efforts to cut down on greenhouse gas emissions by transitioning Brampton’s fleet from gas-powered to hybrid or electric vehicles.
From buses and fire trucks to the fleet of city-owned vehicles, the city has been transitioning its motor pool away from gas and diesel vehicles in favour of more environmentally friendly options As part of the city’s goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
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ALLISON TRANSMISSION AND B-METRO PARTNER ON ELECTRIC HYBRID TECHNOLOGY TO MODERNIZE PUBLIC TRANSIT SYSTEM IN TEXAS
GILLIG electric hybrid buses from Vanner Inc. are equipped with Vanner’s Increase Accessory Power 2™, enabling total accessory electrification; powering air conditioning, air compressor, electric fans and all 12V/24V loads.
October 9, 2023
INDIANAPOLIS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Allison Transmission will partner with B-Metro, the public transit system in Brownsville, Texas, to provide the Allison eGen FlexTM electric hybrid propulsion system for 35-foot GILLIG buses. The city recently received a $4.7 million grant from the Federal Transit Administration’s (FTA) 2023 Low or No Emission Program. Brownsville named Allison’s eGen Flex electric hybrid technology in its application for the grant. The city is one of 125 communities across the U.S. to be awarded this funding for modernizing bus facilities and purchasing new vehicles that help reduce emissions.
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SMTD ORDERS FIRST GROUP OF DIESEL-ELECTRIC HYBRID BUSES
Vanner’s Increased Accessory Power 2 (VANNER IAP 2™) enables Allison’s eGen Flex to operate in 100% electric mode (Vanner electrically powers all of the bus’ accessories).
Oct 2, 2023
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) – Sangamon Mass Transit District recently placed an order for the first set of diesel-electric hybrid buses in the fleet.
SMTD expects the eight 35-foot Gillig buses to arrive in the Spring of 2024. They will join the 26 compressed natural gas buses to total a majority 60 percent low-emission fixed route vehicles in the fleet for the first time.
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EVANSVILLE’S PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ADDS FIVE NEW DIESEL/ELECTRIC HYBRID BUSES
Vanner’s Increased Accessory Power 2 (VANNER IAP 2™) enables Allison’s eGen Flex to operate in 100% electric mode (Vanner electrically powers all of the bus’ accessories).
Adam Kight Sep 13, 2023 (wevv.com 44News)
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — Evansville’s public transportation system has received some innovative upgrades.
Officials with the City of Evansville say that the Metropolitan Evansville Transit System (METS) has added five new hybrid buses to its fleet, powered by both diesel and electric propulsion systems.
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VANNER INC. BEGINS SERIAL PRODUCTION OF 17.1KW, 600 AMPERE 600VDC TO 24VDC LIQUID-COOLED CONVERTER WITH SILICON CARBIDE SOLID-STATE SWITCHING (SIC) FOR ZEV AND HYBRID VEHICLES
Hilliard, OH, August 29, 2023 – (Businesswire)
Vanner Inc. is pleased to announce the beginning of serial production of our latest 17.1 kW, 600VDC to 24VDC liquid-cooled converter with Silicon Carbide Solid-State Switching (SiC) for ZEV and hybrid vehicles.
This technology builds on our legendary 300 ampere 600VDC to 24VDC air-cooled converter. Named the Hybrid Beltless Alternator™ (HBA™), the 300-ampere air-cooled converter has been in serial production since 2011 and has been used by OEMs New Flyer, Gillig, Nova, ENC and Tata. It is a main product for Vanner. Stringent testing and validation were performed, including 2010 vehicle validation in the desert of Death Valley, California.
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SANTA CLARA VTA CONTRACTS VANNER INC. FOR MORE THAN 90 GILLIG ELECTRIC HYBRID BUSES
GILLIG electric hybrid buses from Vanner Inc. are equipped with Vanner’s Increase Accessory Power 2™, enabling total accessory electrification; powering air conditioning, air compressor, electric fans and all 12V/24V loads.
Augus 16, 2023 (Mass Transit Magazine)
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) has commissioned over 90 GILLIG electric hybrid buses from Vanner Inc. Equipped with Vanner’s Increase Accessory Power 2™ (IAP2™), these busses will engage total accessory electrification, powering air conditioning, air compressor, electric fans and all 12V/24V loads.
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ALLISON TRANSMISSION HYBRIDS HIT THE ROAD IN INDY
Vanner’s Increased Accessory Power 2 (VANNER IAP 2™) enables Allison’s eGen Flex to operate in 100% electric mode (Vanner electrically powers all of the bus’ accessories).
May 5, 2023
Read the original at Diesel Progress
In the second half of 2020, Allison Transmission, the global supplier of medium-and heavy-duty transmissions and propulsion systems, unveiled its eGen Flex hybrid system for bus applications. Now the first three buses using the system are racking up miles for IndyGo, the public transit system serving Allison’s hometown of Indianapolis, Ind..
The eGen Flex system was developed from Allison’s established H 40 EP hybrid system that’s been on the market for nearly 20 years, with improvements that go beyond the usual fuel economy benefits brought by a hybrid – in this case, up to 25% – and features like regenerative braking.
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CITIBUS USING GRANT FUNDS TO REPLACE 15 BUSES
Increased Accessory Power 2 (VANNER IAP 2™) will be used with all eGen Flex™ electric hybrids.
January 11, 2023
Published by Alex Driggars
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
The Lubbock City Council on Tuesday approved a purchase order for 15 new electric-hybrid transit buses for Citibus at no cost to the city.
Federal and Texas Department of Transportation grants will fund the purchase of 15, 40-foot low-floor diesel hybrid Allison e/EGenFlex buses from manufacturer Gillig. Each bus will cost just more than $802,000 for a total of around $12 million.
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CA: FIRST HYDROGEN-POWERED TRANSIT BUS IN LA COUNTY HITS STREETS IN DECEMBER, STARTING NEW TREND
New Flyer Electric Buses are equipped with Vanner’s EBA (HBA™ for Battery buses) DC to DC Converters and 80-Series Battery Equalizer.
November 21, 2022
Published by Steve Scauzillo
Source San Gabriel Valley Tribune, West Covina, Calif. (TNS)
The first hydrogen-powered public bus in Los Angeles County will go into service early next month, a historic milestone that will unleash an army of similar, zero-emission buses that don’t connect to the power grid and run longer without refueling.
The bus agency soon will receive its full order of 33 hydrogen fuel cell buses, the largest order in North America, she said. Foothill estimates all 33 will be running by mid-February 2023.The buses are manufactured by New Flyer, a Canadian company.
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INDYGO HOSTS SUPER STOP RIBBON-CUTTING
Vanner’s Increased Accessory Power 2 (VANNER IAP 2™) enables Allison’s eGen Flex to operate in 100% electric mode (Vanner electrically powers all of the bus’ accessories).
October 3, 2022
INDIANAPOLIS — IndyGo hosted a ribbon-cutting event Monday, Oct. 3, to showcase the city’s first Super Stop, which will bring enhanced rider comfort, improved mobility and faster transit times through downtown Indianapolis. The $6.6 million project was funded in partnership with the Indianapolis Department of Public Works (Indy DPW) to include infrastructure improvements surrounding the stop.
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SANTA CLARA VALLEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY PLACES ORDER FOR BUSES FEATURING THE ALLISON eGEN FLEX™
Vanner’s Increased Accessory Power 2 (VANNER IAP 2™) enables Allison’s eGen Flex to operate in 100% electric mode (Vanner electrically powers all of the bus’ accessories).
September15, 2022
INDIANAPOLIS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Allison Transmission is pleased to announce that Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) has selected the Allison eGen Flex™ electric hybrid propulsion system for its fleet of transit buses. VTA has signed an agreement for GILLIG buses equipped with the eGen Flex.
The eGen Flex is the next generation of Allison’s proven H 40/50 EP™ electric hybrid propulsion system that has been supporting accessible and sustainable American mobility in the transit market since 2003. In addition to the benefits provided by the H 40/50 EP, such as improving fuel consumption by up to 25% versus a conventional diesel bus, the eGen Flex provides revolutionary capabilities.
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ALLISON TRANSMISSION EXHIBITS NEW ELECTRIC HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM AT LAT.BUS
Vanner’s Increased Accessory Power 2 (VANNER IAP 2™) enables Allison’s eGen Flex to operate in 100% electric mode (Vanner electrically powers all of the bus’ accessories).
SÃO PAULO – August 2022 – Allison Transmission, a leading designer and manufacturer of conventional and electrified vehicle propulsion solutions and the largest global manufacturer of fully automatic transmissions for medium and heavy commercial and defense vehicles, will exhibit at Lat.Bus & Transpúblico (Latin American Transport Fair), taking place from August 9 to 11 at the São Paulo Expo Exhibition & Convention Center. The booth/stand location is at Street D, Stand 23.
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ALLISON EGEN FLEX™ ELECTRIC HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM SPURS GROWTH OF CLEAN TRANSPORTATION IN THE MIDWEST
Vanner’s Increased Accessory Power 2 (VANNER IAP 2™) enables Allison’s eGen Flex to operate in 100% electric mode (Vanner electrically powers all of the bus’ accessories).
Jul 29, 2022
INDIANAPOLIS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Allison Transmission is pleased to announce the continued success of the next generation eGen Flex™ electric hybrid propulsion system, with several public transit agencies in the Midwest selecting the Allison eGen Flex for their buses.
The Metropolitan Evansville Transit System, which provides public transportation services for Evansville, Indiana, will integrate GILLIG buses equipped with the eGen Flex into its fleet. In addition, GO Transit, based in Oshkosh, Wisconsin and the Muncie Indiana Transit System have selected eGen Flex-equipped New Flyer buses for their fleets.
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ENC® DELIVERS FLEET OF E-Z RIDER® II HYBRID-ELECTRIC BUSES TO SAN FRANCISCO MUNICIPAL TRANSPORTATION AGENCY
ENC® Hybrid-Electric Buses delivered to SF Muni are equipped with Vanner’s HBA™ (Hybrid Beltless Alternator™) DC to DC Converters and 80-Series Battery Equalizer.
BY CARA MORETTI JUL 6, 2022
ElDorado National (California) or ENC®, a subsidiary of REV Group, Inc., and an industry leader in heavy-duty transit buses and emission-free technology, has announced it is currently delivering thirty E-Z Rider II buses, equipped with hybrid electric powertrains, to the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) for its Municipal Railway (Muni) bus service, through ENC’s California based dealer, Creative Bus Sales.
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NEXT GENERATION ELECTRIC HYBRID BUSES FEATURING ALLISON TRANSMISSION’S eGEN FLEX™ ARRIVE AT INDYGO
An impressive 2 minute video of Tuesday’s major media event in the center of Indianapolis Tuesday night by Allison to unveil the new Indygo Bus with Allison eGen Flex and VANNER IAP2™. Vanner’s IAP2™ is the “enabler” for Allison and Indygo to run the accessories fully electric and go into pure EV mode with the engine off.
INDIANAPOLIS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Allison Transmission is pleased to announce that in partnership with GILLIG and Cummins, the first buses equipped with its Allison eGen FlexTM electric hybrid propulsion system have arrived at the Indianapolis Public Transportation Corporation (IndyGo).
The eGen Flex is the next generation of Allison’s proven H 40 EPTM electric hybrid propulsion system, which has been operating in select IndyGo buses since 2004. In addition to the benefits provided by the H 40 EP, such as improving fuel consumption by up to 25% versus a conventional diesel bus, the eGen Flex provides revolutionary capabilities which include full electrification range.
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INDYGO AND ALLISON TRANSMISSION TO HOST RELEASE THE FLEX BUS REVEAL PARTY ON MONUMENT CIRCLE
Vanner’s Increased Accessory Power 2 (VANNER IAP 2™) enables Allison’s eGen Flex to operate in 100% electric mode (Vanner electrically powers all of the bus’ accessories).
May 20, 2022
Updated Wednesday, May 25, 6:50 a.m.
Due to a forecast of heavy rain, IndyGo and Allison Transmission are postponing the Release the Flex bus unveiling party previously scheduled for May 25. The event is being rescheduled to Tuesday, June 14, from 9-10:30 p.m. with a rain date of Wednesday, June 15.
Posted Friday, May 20, 11:35 a.m.
INDIANAPOLIS – Allison Transmission and IndyGo are excited to unveil the first IndyGo bus equipped with the Allison eGen FlexTM electric hybrid propulsion system. The eGen Flex is the next generation of Allison’s proven H 40 EPTM solution, which has been operating in select IndyGo buses since 2004.
In addition to the benefits provided by the H 40 EP, such as improving fuel consumption by up to 25% versus a conventional diesel bus, the eGen Flex provides new, revolutionary capabilities. The system, paired with the Cummins B6.7 engine in buses manufactured by GILLIG, is capable of traveling in electric-only mode for up to 10 miles or 50 minutes before converting back to diesel propulsion. The eGen Flex…
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GCTD TO TEST HYDROGEN FUEL CELL BUS
New Flyer Electric Buses are equipped with Vanner’s EBA (HBA™ for Battery buses) DC to DC Converters and 80-Series Battery Equalizer.
May 26, 2022
Published by Mass Transit Magazine
Gold Coast Transit District (GCTD) will host a demonstration of a hydrogen fuel cell bus June 1-2.
The bus, made by New Flyer, will be at GCTD’s operations and maintenance site to be test driven on several routes over those two days.
While GCTD’s Zero-Emission Transition Plan is still under development, GCTD must strategically decide which type of technology would work best under local operating conditions. There are currently two types of zero-emission buses commercially available: battery electric vehicle (BEV) buses and hydrogen fuel cell electric buses.
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ALLISON TRANSMISSION AND GILLIG INTRODUCE FIRST BUS EQUIPPED WITH eGEN FLEX™ ELECTRIC HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Increased Accessory Power 2 (VANNER IAP2™) will be used with all eGen Flex™ electric hybrids.
May 9, 2022
Published by Mass Transit Magazine
Allison Transmission and GILLIG unveiled the first bus equipped with the Allison eGen Flex™ electric hybrid propulsion system. The GILLIG bus was displayed at the APTA Mobility Conference.
The eGen Flex is the next generation of Allison’s H 40 EPTM electric hybrid propulsion system, which has been on the market for nearly 20 years. In addition to the benefits provided by the H 40 EP, such as improving fuel consumption by up to 25 percent versus a conventional diesel bus, the eGen Flex provides new revolutionary capabilities.
The system can travel in electric-only mode for up to 10 miles or 50 minutes before converting back to diesel propulsion. The electric-only mode can be utilized multiple times per route per day. The system’s geofencing technology eliminates engine emissions and noise while loading and unloading passengers in dense pedestrian areas and in zero-emission zones and bus depots. The eGen Flex also can operate accessories such as air conditioning and electric heat at optimal efficiency with electric power.
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ALLISON TRANSMISSION EARNS CERTIFICATION FROM CALIFORNIA AIR RESOURCES BOARD FOR eGEN FLEX™ ELECTRIC HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Increased Accessory Power 2 (VANNER IAP 2™) will be used with all eGen Flex™ electric hybrids.
April 19, 2022
INDIANAPOLIS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Allison Transmission today announced it has received certification from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) for the model year 2022 eGen Flex™ electric hybrid propulsion system paired with Cummins B6.7 and L9 engines. Since 2014, Allison has received annual certification from CARB for the Allison H 40/50 EP™ propulsion system. For the first time this year, the certification was awarded for the eGen Flex, the company’s newest electric hybrid solution for transit buses and coaches.
“We are thrilled to receive CARB’s certification for the eGen Flex, Allison’s latest innovation in electric hybrid propulsion technology,” said Barbara Chance, Director of Mobile Source Regulatory Compliance for Allison Transmission. “The H 40/50 EP legacy system was the first electric hybrid propulsion system to be certified in California for transit buses and coaches. We’re honored to now collaborate with CARB to earn certification for the eGen Flex, which provides revolutionary capabilities for public transit.”
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ALLISON TRANSMISSION AND NEW FLYER PARTNER TO BRING ELECTRIC HYBRID BUSES TO NEVADA
New Flyer Electric Buses are equipped with Vanner’s HBA™ (Hybrid Beltless Alternator™) and 80-Series Battery Equalizer.
February 14, 2022
INDIANAPOLIS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Allison Transmission, a leading designer and manufacturer of conventional, electric hybrid and fully electric vehicle propulsion solutions, is pleased to announce the delivery of Allison electric hybrid-equipped buses to Southern Nevada Transit Coalition, a public transportation system in Laughlin, Nevada.
New Flyer integrated Allison’s H 40 EPTM electric hybrid propulsion system into these new buses, which were put into service following a ribbon cutting ceremony last week. Allison’s H 40 EP electric hybrid system improves fuel consumption by up to 25% versus a conventional diesel bus and reduces CO2 emissions, helping to protect the environment.
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CHAMPAIGN-URBANA MTD PARTNERS WITH PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SECTOR TO IMPLEMENT HYDROGEN FUEL-CELL TECHNOLOGY
New Flyer Electric Buses are equipped with Vanner’s EBA (HBA™ for Battery buses) DC to DC Converters and 80-Series Battery Equalizer.
December 22, 2021
Published by Mass Transit Magazine
Champaign-Urbana MTD leveraged private and public partnerships to be the first transit agency in the United States with a hydrogen fleet fueled entirely from its own 100 percent renewable source.
By working with a consortium of partners, including state, federal, local, private, and nonprofit entities, the Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District (MTD) made history this past year when it introduced its new zero-emission fleet technology, including a 100 percent renewable hydrogen production station, as well as the nation’s first commercial deployment of 60-foot articulated hydrogen fuel cell electric buses.
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CALIFORNIA’S FOOTHILL TRANSIT ADDS 13 HYDROGEN FUEL CELL-ELECTRIC BUSES FROM NFI SUBSIDIARY NEW FLYER; FOLLOW ON MARKS LARGEST FUEL CELL FLEET IN NORTH AMERICA
New Flyer Electric Buses are equipped with Vanner’s EBA (HBA™ for Battery buses) DC to DC Converters and 80-Series Battery Equalizer.
ST. CLOUD, Minn., Nov. 08, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — (TSX: NFI, OTC: NFYEF) NFI Group Inc. (“NFI” or the “Company”), a leading independent bus and coach manufacturer and a leader in electric mass mobility solutions, today announced that its subsidiary New Flyer of America Inc. (“New Flyer”) has received an additional contract from Foothill Transit for 13 zero-emission, hydrogen fuel cell-electric Xcelsior CHARGE H2™ forty-foot heavy-duty transit buses. This order is supported by Federal Transit Administration (“FTA”) funds.
This addition to Foothill Transit’s initial order of 20 fuel cell-electric buses, announced in October, now establishes North America’s largest fleet of hydrogen fuel cell-electric buses.
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NEW FLYER AWARDED CONTRACT, RECEIVES NEW BUS ORDER
SunLine Transit Agency Orders five additional hydrogen fuel cell-electric buses from NFI
New Flyer Electric Buses are equipped with Vanner’s EBA (HBA™ for Battery buses) DC to DC Converters and 80-Series Battery Equalizer.
ST. CLOUD, Minn., Nov. 05, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — (TSX: NFI, OTC: NFYEF) NFI Group Inc. (“NFI”), a leading independent bus and coach manufacturer and a leader in electric mass mobility solutions, today announced that NFI subsidiary New Flyer of America Inc. (“New Flyer”) has been awarded a zero-emission contract from California’s SunLine Transit Agency (“SunLine”) for five forty-foot fuel cell-electric Xcelsior CHARGE H2™ heavy-duty transit buses. The purchase follows SunLine’s previous 2020 order for five Xcelsior CHARGE H2™ buses and brings SunLine’s total zero-emission fleet to 26 fuel cell-electric vehicles (“EVs”).
SunLine provides bus service in the Coachella Valley, delivering over four million annual passenger trips. This hydrogen bus order, and SunLine’s previous 2020 zero-emission order, are supported by Federal Transit Administration (“FTA”) funds and will propel fulfillment of the California Air Resources Board’s (“CARB”) Innovative Clean Transit (“ICT”) regulation, five years ahead of state mandates. CARB mandates agencies to transition to 100% zero-emission bus (“ZEB”) fleets by 2040.
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NEW FLYER TO OFFER ALLISON TRANSMISSION’S NEXT GENERATION eGEN FLEX ELECTRIC HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM BEGINNING IN JANUARY 2022
Increased Accessory Power 2 (VANNER IAP 2™) will be used with all eGen Flex electric hybrids.
September 28, 2021
INDIANAPOLIS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Allison Transmission, a leading designer and manufacturer of conventional, electric hybrid and fully electric vehicle propulsion solutions, today announced that New Flyer Industries Canada ULC and New Flyer of America Inc. (together “New Flyer”) will begin offering eGen Flex in early 2022, Allison’s next generation electric hybrid propulsion solution. New Flyer is North America’s largest transit bus manufacturer and a subsidiary of NFI Group Inc. (NFI), one of the world’s leading independent global bus manufacturers.
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ALLISON TRANSMISSION AND ELDORADO NATIONAL PARTNER TO BRING ELECTRIC HYBRID BUSES TO SAN FRANCISCO
San Francisco Electric Hybrid Buses will be equipped with Vanner’s Hybrid Beltless Alternators (HBA™s) DC to DC Converters and 80-Series Battery Equalizer.
August 26, 2021
INDIANAPOLIS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Allison Transmission, a leading designer and manufacturer of conventional and electrified vehicle propulsion solutions and the largest global manufacturer of medium- and heavy-duty fully automatic transmissions for commercial vehicles and transit buses, is pleased to announce that the Allison H 40 EPTM electric hybrid propulsion system will be integrated into the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency’s (SFMTA) Municipal Railway (Muni) buses in partnership with ElDorado National (ENC).
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ALLISON TRANSMISSION AND INDYGO PARTNER TO BRING ELECTRIC HYBRID BUSES TO INDIANAPOLIS PUBLIC TRANSIT
Vanner HBA™ (Hybrid Beltless Alternator) equipped on these 24 Gillig Hybrids delivered to IndyGo. The upcoming 3 with eGen Flex Hybrids in 2022 will have Vanner IAP2™ for Total Accessory Electrification.
July 13, 2021
INDIANAPOLIS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Allison Transmission, a leading designer and manufacturer of conventional, electric hybrid and fully electric vehicle propulsion solutions, is pleased to announce that in partnership with Cummins and GILLIG, has delivered 24 electric hybrid buses to IndyGo, the Indianapolis Public Transportation Corporation.
Allison’s H 40 EPTM electric hybrid propulsion system is paired with the Cummins B6.7 in GILLIG buses. This system improves fuel consumption by up to 25% versus a conventional diesel bus and reduces CO2 emissions, helping to protect the environment.
If you would like more information about this topic, please call Mike Thomas [856-287-8588] or email [miket@vanner.com].
ALLISON TRANSMISSION’S eGen Flex™ ELECTRIC HYBRID SOLUTION INTRODUCED IN NEW YORK CITY TRANSIT BUSES
Increased Accessory Power 2 (VANNER IAP II™) will be available with eGen Flex, and will be required with eGen Flex Max.
INDIANAPOLIS, April 20, 2021
Allison Transmission, a leading designer and manufacturer of vehicle propulsion solutions for commercial and defense vehicles, the largest global manufacturer of medium and heavy-duty fully automatic transmissions, and a leader in electrified propulsion systems, is pleased to announce that the eGen Flex™, its next generation electric hybrid propulsion solution, will be put into revenue service at New York City Transit (NYCT) in May.
The electric hybrid system from Allison offers revolutionary capabilities and fully electric propulsion when customers need it, without the added infrastructure requirements of full electrification. The eGen Flex system includes full electric drive capability for up to 10 miles, depending upon duty cycle and accessory load demands. This option will be set automatically through geofencing technology for zero emission zones and passenger depots for a quieter and cleaner environment, helping to enhance quality of life and protect our environment.
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ALLISON TRANSMISSION LAUNCHES ELECTRIC HYBRID SYSTEM
Increased Accessory Power 2 (VANNER IAP 2™) will be available with eGen Flex, and will be required with eGen Flex Max.
April 18, 2021 Construction Business News
US-based propulsion systems manufacturer Allison Transmission has launched its new zero emission vehicle (ZEV)-capable electric hybrid system, eGen Flex, as the initial product offering under its new Allison eGen brand.
eGen Flex provides bus fleets with full electric engine-off propulsion and accessory power operation capability—ideal for zero-emission zones and depot operation, including when approaching, during, and leaving passenger stops for a quieter and healthier environment.
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GILLIG TO OFFER ALLISON TRANSMISSION’S NEXT GENERATION eGEN FLEX™ ELECTRIC HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM (WITH VANNER IAP 2™) BEGINNING IN 2021
The propulsion system provides bus fleets with up to 10 miles of full electric propulsion for zero-emission zones, with no additional infrastructure required.
February 09, 2021
INDIANAPOLIS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Allison Transmission, a leading designer and manufacturer of vehicle propulsion solutions for commercial and defense vehicles, in partnership with GILLIG, a leading manufacturer of heavy-duty transit buses in the United States, today announced that beginning in 2021, GILLIG will offer Allison’s eGen Flex™ electric hybrid propulsion system.
The Allison eGen Flex system can improve fuel economy by up to 25 percent versus a conventional clean diesel bus and can operate accessories such as air conditioning and electric heat at optimal efficiency with electric power. Moving these accessories to electric power reduces the strain on the engine, lowering fuel consumption and maintenance costs over the vehicle’s lifetime.
If you would like more information about this topic, please call Mike Thomas [856-287-8588] or email [miket@vanner.com].