LOS ANGELES, Jan. 03, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — GreenPower Motor Company Inc. (TSXV:GPV) (OTCQX:GPVRF) (“GreenPower”) announces that it has received an order for two EV Star All-Electric Min–eBuses from San Diego Airport Parking Company (“SDAPC”) which will be purchased utilizing the California HVIP voucher program along with a fifty-month lease financing program.
SDAPC provides parking for travellers using the San Diego International airport, which serves about 50,000 passengers every day and more than 20 million passengers annually. SDAPC provides a free shuttle service for its customers to and from the airport and is committed to green initiatives in its operations.
“We are excited to enter into a long-term partnership with SDAPC as they continue to enhance their sustainability initiatives.” said Ryne Shetterly, Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “With a $90,000 voucher from the state of California and a lease financing program available, the EV Star offers operators a world class zero-emission shuttle vehicle at a very affordable all-in cost.”
The EV Star is an all–electric, zero emission, 25-foot bus that seats up to 19 passengers, with an operational range of 100 to 150 miles on a single charge. This versatile vehicle can be used for micro-transit services, para-transit, vanpool, shuttle, school, employee transportation, tourist operations or cargo transport. The EV Star is a great choice for cities, transit agencies and local organizations with a mandate to reduce emissions.
About GreenPower Motor Company Inc.
GreenPower designs, builds and distributes a full suite of high-floor and low-floor vehicles, including transit buses, school buses, shuttles, and a double decker. GreenPower employs a clean-sheet design to manufacture all-electric buses that are purpose built to be battery powered with zero emissions. GreenPower integrates global suppliers for key components, such as Siemens or TM4 for the drive motors, Knorr for the brakes, ZF for the axles and Parker for the dash and control systems. This OEM platform allows GreenPower to meet the specifications of various operators while providing standard parts for ease of maintenance and accessibility for warranty requirements. For further information go to www.greenpowerbus.com
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