Phoenix orders 25 New Flyer hybrid-electric buses with BAE Systems Gen3 propulsion

NFI subsidiary, New Flyer of America Inc. (New Flyer), has been awarded a firm order of 25 Xcelsior® hybrid-electric 40-foot transit buses from the Phoenix Public Transit Department (PTD). The order was added to New Flyer’s backlog for the second quarter of 2024.

PTD is the largest member of the Valley Metro regional public transportation agency, and provides transportation services in the city of Phoenix, the fifth-largest city in the United States. PTD delivers more than 20 million annual revenue service miles across its bus and light-rail systems, with more than 21.5 million boardings a year.

Through the Transportation 2050 (T2050) plan and the Transportation Electrification Action Plan, PTD is making improvements that will enhance transit connectivity across Phoenix and accelerate the transition to an all-electric fleet. The purchase of hybrid buses enables PTD to immediately reduce their emissions while allowing time to develop necessary infrastructure and move closer to a fully zero-emission fleet.

The buses included in this order will be the first New Flyer vehicles to include BAE Systems Gen3 modular power control system (MPCS) and traction motor. The Gen3 system uses a simplified and compact design that delivers increased reliability and efficiency. The upgraded MPCS and traction motor from BAE Systems uses fewer components, is easier to service, and provides an improved passenger ride that is smoother and quieter.

Source: NFI