Woolworths, Zenobē Australia
Find out how Zenobē’s latest project has catalysed electric vehicle charging in Mascot, Sydney, not only for a grocery brand but also businesses in the logistics and fleet industries.
The facts on going electric
Fire concerns?
- ESBs are designed to the highest safety standards of any vehicle and rigorously tested.
- Electric and hybrid vehicles are 26Xs LESS likely to catch fire than their diesel and gas cousins.
- Safety is always #1. So, first responder training happens on Day 1 when a district welcomes an electric bus to their fleet.
Range anxiety?
- ESBs today are rated from 210 to 300 miles on a single charge.
- The average school bus route is only 64 miles and 90% are under 100 miles.
Heat waves and cold snaps?
- ESBs operate from Arizona to Alaska.
- Heating and A/C systems are the main drains on battery power and can reduce range.
- Drivers can use a feature called regenerative braking that adds charge as they drive—in some cases nearly offsetting HVAC effects.
Reliability?
- Training for drivers, transportation directors and maintenance staff is essential.
- Ongoing driver training and preventative maintenance practices keep ESBs performing as expected.
Cost to acquire?
- Over their lifetime, the total cost of ESBs is $410,000 vs $653,000 for diesel school buses.
- Contact us to talk about the EPA Clean School Bus program and other grants and rebates to help!
Our latest case studies
Transport UK London Bus – Battersea and Southall depots
Zenobē partnered with Oxford Bus Company to design and deliver the charging infrastructure and also act as the operator’s long-term battery management partner.
Oxford Bus Company – All-electric bus city
Zenobē partnered with Oxford Bus Company to design and deliver the charging infrastructure and also act as the operator’s long-term battery management partner.
