The MTA faces reliability concerns with its electric bus fleet that may delay an upcoming order of 205 new electric buses. An independent engineer's report indicates the existing 60 New Flyer electric buses suffer from battery overheating and failures, leading to lower availability for service compared to diesel counterparts. The persistent issues arise not just from battery problems but also from failures in electric components like compressors. With a 2040 fully electric fleet mandate, any delays could extend the usage of older buses past their typical lifespan.
"The reliability issues mean that the electric buses aren't as available for a full day of service as the agency's standard diesel buses, and also break down much more frequently."
"Only 60 percent of battery-electric buses are typically available for a full day of service, compared to 91 percent for diesel buses."
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