Otago Regional Council, NZ anticipates future public transit needs with electric bus pilot

Otago Regional Council, NZ Electric Bus Pilot Future Needs

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Four Orbus routes in Dunedin were served by a 35-seat Global Bus Ventures electric bus during the one-month pilot. The system's social media account promoted the program by asking for bus sightings and commuting experiences. Riders were surveyed throughout the pilot with respondents entered into drawings for Bee Card credits. This trial run provided valuable data for transit officials as they comply with a national requirement to replace all diesel buses by 2035.

Engagement Transportation Electric Vehicle Pilot / POC

Otago Regional Council, NZ

Regional council in New Zealand

New Zealand

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Electric bus popular with passengers, produced fewer carbon emissions | Otago Regional Council

ORC and Go Bus Transport trialled an electric bus for one month in Dunedin with passengers providing good feedback. Learn more about the e-Bus trial.

Electric bus trial starts in Dunedin | Otago Regional Council

Dunedin's first electric battery-powered bus will be trialled in the city for a month. Learn more about the e-Bus and the plans to reduce carbon emissions.

Project Succeeded

The pilot saved an estimated 2,511 kilograms of carbon emissions over 3,148 kilometers of travel. Project leaders found the bus only used half of its battery power on daily routes even on hilly routes.

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