In today’s rapidly evolving industrial landscape, sustainability has become a global focus. But what does that even mean? For Thomas Built Buses, it’s about defining our commitment to our organization, our industry and the communities we serve. While our electric school bus, the Saf-T-Liner® C2 Jouley®, and its many milestones (including the recent delivery of our 1,000th) often come to…
Upgrading the C2’s User-Experience for a New Era of Drivers
Student safety is in the hands of school bus drivers. The more comfortable and confident drivers feel, the more safely they drive.
For the last 20 years, Thomas Built Buses has supplied the industry with advanced electronics engineered with safety prioritized in every detail. Our Saf-T-Liner® C2 was designed…
As electric school buses continue to gain momentum across the U.S. through federal incentives like the EPA’s Clean School Bus Program, school districts are looking for help in transitioning their traditional bus fleets to electric, including building out electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure.
Building and implementing charging infrastructure can be a daunting task, with challenges…
From Kendra Eads, VP of Engineering and Technology at Thomas Built Buses
As we gear up for the back-to-school season, it’s important to recognize the significant advancements in school bus technology that enhance the safety and well-being of our students during their daily journeys.
At Thomas Built Buses, our commitment to safety is evident in our mission and…
This article was last updated on July 18, 2023.
At Thomas Built Buses, we’re excited to announce the launch of our Electric Bus Authority Infrastructure Consulting services, a team of dedicated infrastructure experts who aim to help customers navigate the complexities of electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure planning and implementation.
What is Electric Bus Authority Infrastructure Consulting?
Simply put, Infrastructure Consulting is here to help schools make the transition from traditional fuel to electric school buses. We understand that, as a customer, you may be feeling overwhelmed with all the things you need from an infrastructure standpoint to be operational. There are multiple stakeholders that you may not work with on a regular basis, like utility and general contractors. There are sourcing materials and supply chain issues. There are new partners involved, like charging suppliers. It’s an entire ecosystem of new stakeholders, new information and new considerations you will need to factor in before rolling out operations. Our in-house team provides a comprehensive range of customized infrastructure consulting services to make the process that much easier.
What services does Infrastructure Consulting offer?
The team offers a wide range of custom services to help districts transition to electric buses and can meet you where you are in the process. These include:
What are the different consulting packages available?
Depending on each customer’s specific needs, our infrastructure consultants offer three support levels:
How will these new services benefit me?
With so many emerging players in the EV space and new information to evaluate, bringing on an expert to sift through the options can be game changing. The team at Electric Bus Authority Infrastructure Consulting has been through the tough learning process and developed the necessary tools and connections to simplify conversion. This gives them the history and leverage to help customers make sure their assets and investments are utilized in the best way possible. They will help you strategize and execute a smart electrification plan, allowing you to focus on delivering safe, reliable and efficient transportation to your district and students.
How can I find out more?
If you are interested in finding out more about services offered by Electric Bus Authority Infrastructure Consulting, or if you’re ready to start the process of converting your school bus fleet to electric, contact the experts at Thomas Built Buses below.