Express Bus Operator Posted September 8, 2017 Share #1526 Posted September 8, 2017 I was curious to know why FB that uses artic buses for the Sbs44 dont get some of the xd60 orders? I can see the 44 using the new flyers style instead of the Novas...... Sent from my iPhone using NYC Transit Forums mobile app 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
East New York Posted September 8, 2017 Author Share #1527 Posted September 8, 2017 I was curious to know why FB that uses artic buses for the Sbs44 dont get some of the xd60 orders? I can see the 44 using the new flyers style instead of the Novas...... Sent from my iPhone using NYC Transit Forums mobile app As far as the preliminary fleet plans go, they are supposed to get XD60's. However it remains to be finalized, and the talk was having 4700's shipped to Brooklyn, but that may not happen now. A lot depends on the plans for the option buses and the EIS of the new Nova artic's that are already supposed to be here. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanTheTransitMan Posted September 9, 2017 Share #1528 Posted September 9, 2017 (edited) I was curious to know why FB that uses artic buses for the Sbs44 dont get some of the xd60 orders? I can see the 44 using the new flyers style instead of the Novas...... Sent from my iPhone using NYC Transit Forums mobile app No one says anything about the M15 getting new stuff . Oh and to the guy that made the emojii's of bus routes you left out Q, M, and S routes. Edited September 9, 2017 by DanTheTransitMan 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GojiMet86 Posted September 12, 2017 Share #1529 Posted September 12, 2017 https://www.proterra.com/press-release/proterra-secures-three-year-lease-program-with-new-york-mta/?utm_source=Press%20Releases PROTERRA SECURES THREE-YEAR LEASE PROGRAM WITH NEW YORK MTA September 12th, 2017 Demonstrating the combined economic, environmental and performance benefits of deploying a zero-emission, all-electric bus service to support New York City’s climate and transportation goals Burlingame, Calif. – September 12, 2017 – Today Proterra®, the leading innovator in heavy-duty electric transportation, announced that New York MTA, which operates the largest bus fleet in the U.S., has leased five Proterra Catalyst® E2 buses that are outfitted with WiFi and USB charging ports. As part of MTA’s fleet, Proterra’s Catalyst E2 buses will go into service this December and initially serve routes B39 and B32 in Brooklyn, Queens, and Manhattan. The lease program aims to evaluate the combined economic, environmental and performance benefits of deploying an all-electric bus fleet. Over the three-year lease, Proterra expects MTA to reduce 2,000 metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions and save approximately $560,0001 on maintenance and operating costs. Each weekday, MTA serves on average 2.4 million riders with over 5,700 buses circulating New York City streets. MTA transit operations have already successfully reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 17 million metric tons each year. However, this program represents MTA’s continued commitment to decarbonizing its transportation systems to meet New York City’s goal of reducing emissions by 80 percent by 2050. The lease program will provide the MTA with actionable data on what works best in New York’s metropolitan environment, and will help inform future electric bus procurements. Having endured in extreme weather conditions across the U.S., including the 2014 polar vortex, the Proterra Catalyst E2 buses are well equipped for the seasonal wear and tear in New York. This zero-emission bus program also supports New York State’s Reforming the Energy Vision (REV), which aims to integrate more electric vehicles seamlessly into the electricity grid. By pushing more intelligence into the grid, the program will also help inform electricity rate design for battery electric transit buses as well as what’s needed to manage an electric bus fleet at scale using demand charge management software and pricing signals. “New York MTA is beacon for modern public transit in the United States, and it is our honor to serve the thousands of Brooklyn passengers that rely on this accessible and affordable service day in and day out,” said Proterra CEO Ryan Popple. “It is our commitment at Proterra to continue to improve the transit experience, so that all riders and communities can enjoy the local benefits of zero-emission bus transit.” About Proterra: Proterra is a leader in the design and manufacture of zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles, enabling bus fleet operators to significantly reduce operating costs while delivering clean, quiet transportation to local communities across the United States. With more than 400 vehicles sold to 41 different municipal, university, airport and commercial transit agencies in 20 states, Proterra is committed to providing state of the art, high-performance vehicles to meet today’s growing market demand. The company’s configurable Catalyst platform is capable of serving the full daily mileage needs of the toughest transit routes on a single charge. With unmatched durability and energy efficiency based on rigorous U.S. certification testing, Proterra products are proudly designed, engineered and manufactured in America, with offices in Silicon Valley, South Carolina and Los Angeles. For more information, visit:http://www.proterra.comand follow us on Twitter @Proterra_Inc. Proterra Media Contact: pr@proterra.com 1 $448,000/12 = 37,333 $37,3333 x 3 (length of lease in years) = $111,999 $111,999 x 5 (number of Proterra vehicles = $559,995 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Future ENY OP Posted September 12, 2017 Share #1530 Posted September 12, 2017 (edited) https://www.proterra.com/press-release/proterra-secures-three-year-lease-program-with-new-york-mta/?utm_source=Press%20Releases PROTERRA SECURES THREE-YEAR LEASE PROGRAM WITH NEW YORK MTA September 12th, 2017 Demonstrating the combined economic, environmental and performance benefits of deploying a zero-emission, all-electric bus service to support New York City’s climate and transportation goals Burlingame, Calif. – September 12, 2017 – Today Proterra®, the leading innovator in heavy-duty electric transportation, announced that New York MTA, which operates the largest bus fleet in the U.S., has leased five Proterra Catalyst® E2 buses that are outfitted with WiFi and USB charging ports. As part of MTA’s fleet, Proterra’s Catalyst E2 buses will go into service this December and initially serve routes B39 and B32 in Brooklyn, Queens, and Manhattan. The lease program aims to evaluate the combined economic, environmental and performance benefits of deploying an all-electric bus fleet. Over the three-year lease, Proterra expects MTA to reduce 2,000 metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions and save approximately $560,0001 on maintenance and operating costs. Each weekday, MTA serves on average 2.4 million riders with over 5,700 buses circulating New York City streets. MTA transit operations have already successfully reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 17 million metric tons each year. However, this program represents MTA’s continued commitment to decarbonizing its transportation systems to meet New York City’s goal of reducing emissions by 80 percent by 2050. The lease program will provide the MTA with actionable data on what works best in New York’s metropolitan environment, and will help inform future electric bus procurements. Having endured in extreme weather conditions across the U.S., including the 2014 polar vortex, the Proterra Catalyst E2 buses are well equipped for the seasonal wear and tear in New York. This zero-emission bus program also supports New York State’s Reforming the Energy Vision (REV), which aims to integrate more electric vehicles seamlessly into the electricity grid. By pushing more intelligence into the grid, the program will also help inform electricity rate design for battery electric transit buses as well as what’s needed to manage an electric bus fleet at scale using demand charge management software and pricing signals. “New York MTA is beacon for modern public transit in the United States, and it is our honor to serve the thousands of Brooklyn passengers that rely on this accessible and affordable service day in and day out,” said Proterra CEO Ryan Popple. “It is our commitment at Proterra to continue to improve the transit experience, so that all riders and communities can enjoy the local benefits of zero-emission bus transit.” About Proterra: Proterra is a leader in the design and manufacture of zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles, enabling bus fleet operators to significantly reduce operating costs while delivering clean, quiet transportation to local communities across the United States. With more than 400 vehicles sold to 41 different municipal, university, airport and commercial transit agencies in 20 states, Proterra is committed to providing state of the art, high-performance vehicles to meet today’s growing market demand. The company’s configurable Catalyst platform is capable of serving the full daily mileage needs of the toughest transit routes on a single charge. With unmatched durability and energy efficiency based on rigorous U.S. certification testing, Proterra products are proudly designed, engineered and manufactured in America, with offices in Silicon Valley, South Carolina and Los Angeles. For more information, visit:http://www.proterra.comandfollow us on Twitter @Proterra_Inc. Proterra Media Contact: pr@proterra.com 1 $448,000/12 = 37,333 $37,3333 x 3 (length of lease in years) = $111,999 $111,999 x 5 (number of Proterra vehicles = $559,995 It's official. More new buses for Grand Avenue. Edited September 12, 2017 by Future ENY OP 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Express Bus Operator Posted September 12, 2017 Share #1531 Posted September 12, 2017 Ewww who's idea was it with that design look. Hands down I think the best looking buses out there at the moment is the New flyers XD's. The Proterra looks like an new make over of the RTS's and a remodel of the fish bowl buses. Sent from my iPhone using NYC Transit Forums mobile app 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BM5 via Woodhaven Posted September 12, 2017 Share #1532 Posted September 12, 2017 Lol for real. Could care less about those buses. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Around the Horn Posted September 12, 2017 Share #1533 Posted September 12, 2017 I like the Electric decals (and the paint scheme of course) but damn, that Proterra is butt ugly. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Express Bus Operator Posted September 12, 2017 Share #1534 Posted September 12, 2017 I like the Electric decals (and the paint scheme of course) but damn, that Proterra is butt ugly. Exactly....like come on you have competition out there at least make the bus look totally amazing with all that features capacity. The Novas LFS at least beats it looks at the moment since i think they are also ugly Sent from my iPhone using NYC Transit Forums mobile app 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cait Sith Posted September 13, 2017 Share #1535 Posted September 13, 2017 For those that want to know what it looks like.... The demo that I saw at Quill looked quite good. Lets wait and see how this will look with the new scheme before judging. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MetroTransitTee Posted September 13, 2017 Share #1536 Posted September 13, 2017 Doesn't look that bad to me, honestly. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T J Trainman Posted September 13, 2017 Share #1537 Posted September 13, 2017 It kind of looks a little like the design line. Nice pic btw. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Express Bus Operator Posted September 13, 2017 Share #1538 Posted September 13, 2017 (edited) (Shakes his head) still doesn't look good based on the design in my opinion. Found a youtube link to Jays Leno garage test driving the Proterra https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=9JpMTWdPZ6c[\URL] the link Sent from my iPhone using NYC Transit Forums mobile app Edited September 13, 2017 by TheNYCTBeast 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Express Bus Operator Posted September 13, 2017 Share #1539 Posted September 13, 2017 https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=AGkB9ggX42I Sent from my iPhone using NYC Transit Forums mobile app 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Q43LTD Posted September 13, 2017 Share #1540 Posted September 13, 2017 I think it's cool 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mta B43 Posted September 13, 2017 Share #1541 Posted September 13, 2017 At least its something other than an Xcelsior 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric B Posted September 13, 2017 Share #1542 Posted September 13, 2017 (edited) Like a mashup of an ADB front (RTS) with an early old look (rounded back). Edited September 13, 2017 by Eric B 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trainfan22 Posted September 13, 2017 Share #1543 Posted September 13, 2017 I'm looking forward to these new buses, I hope the B32 fleet will be entirety made up of these buses so one don't have to go on a goose chase to find them. B39... meh. I hope with the new scheme the TA will still find a way to put "Clean Air Hybrid Electric Bus" decals on them, always thought that was cool about our Hybrids. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jdog14 Posted September 13, 2017 Share #1544 Posted September 13, 2017 I'm looking forward to these new buses, I hope the B32 fleet will be entirety made up of these buses so one don't have to go on a goose chase to find them. B39... meh. I hope with the new scheme the TA will still find a way to put "Clean Air Hybrid Electric Bus" decals on them, always thought that was cool about our Hybrids. These are straight Electric. No fuel whatsoever. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLX9304 Posted September 13, 2017 Share #1545 Posted September 13, 2017 (edited) I've seen these before. Philadelphia's SEPTA is getting 25 for Southern District this coming winter. And that is including the incoming 525 NF XDE40s that 20 of the 90 that's ordered this year has arrived, with 100 each in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 & 35 in 2022. Sent from my iPhone using NYC Transit Forums mobile app Edited September 13, 2017 by FLX9304 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fresh Pond Posted September 13, 2017 Share #1546 Posted September 13, 2017 I'm looking forward to these new buses, I hope the B32 fleet will be entirety made up of these buses so one don't have to go on a goose chase to find them. B39... meh. I hope with the new scheme the TA will still find a way to put "Clean Air Hybrid Electric Bus" decals on them, always thought that was cool about our Hybrids. We're only getting 5 buses. The 32 uses 4 buses for the entire line and the 39 uses 1. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MysteriousBtrain Posted September 13, 2017 Share #1547 Posted September 13, 2017 We're only getting 5 buses. The 32 uses 4 buses for the entire line and the 39 uses 1.I feel like there will be a mix because I doubt all five buses will be out 24/7 on these routes for 3 years. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLX9304 Posted September 14, 2017 Share #1548 Posted September 14, 2017 I feel like there will be a mix because I doubt all five buses will be out 24/7 on these routes for 3 years. You mean 21/7. Both routes end at Midnight Sent from my iPhone using NYC Transit Forums mobile app 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MetroTransitTee Posted September 14, 2017 Share #1549 Posted September 14, 2017 You mean 21/7. Both routes end at Midnight Sent from my iPhone using NYC Transit Forums mobile app Touché 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BM5 via Woodhaven Posted September 15, 2017 Share #1550 Posted September 15, 2017 You mean 21/7. Both routes end at Midnight Sent from my iPhone using NYC Transit Forums mobile app Actually, they both end at around 9:30 PM, so it's more 14-15 hours a day. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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