L.A. Metro's G Line now fully electric

L.A. Metro's G Line now fully electric
Oct. 14, 2021

L.A. Metro has phased out its legacy 60-foot articulated CNG buses on the G Line — the type that has run on the dedicated BRT line since it opened in October 2005 — and replaced them with 40 new, 60-foot articulated zero-emission buses.

Mass Transit Staff Report




The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority's (L.A. Metro) G (Orange) Line has completely transitioned to an all-electric bus fleet, offering customers a non-polluting, quiet and ultra-smooth riding experience.

L.A. Metro has phased out its legacy 60-foot articulated compressed natural gas (CNG) buses on the G Line — the type that has run on the dedicated bus rapid transit line since it opened in October 2005 — and replaced them with 40 new, 60-foot articulated zero-emissions buses manufactured by New Flyer. The buses feature zero tailpipe emissions and employ advanced electric technologies such as high-energy batteries and traction propulsion system.

“Metro is officially on the road to a zero-emissions future with its first official use of electric buses on a major Bus Rapid Transit Line,” said L.A. Metro Board Chair and Chair of the L.A. County Board of Supervisors, Hilda L. Solis. “This marks the beginning of Metro’s commitment and long-term investment in a healthier, more equitable, and sustainable bus fleet for L.A. County, one that helps our region reduce its greenhouse gas emissions at the tailpipe while greatly improving the customer experience.”

Rapid en-route chargers installed at North Hollywood, Canoga and Chatsworth Stations give the buses an all-day operating capability along the 18-mile corridor. L.A. Metro says buses have about a 150-mile range on a single charge without rapid charging. ...........(more)

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