Nova Bus wins tender for 80 electric buses in Toronto

Volvo Buses’ subsidiary Nova Bus has been awarded a contract for the production of 80 fully electric LFSe+ urban buses for The Regional Municipality of York, a Toronto’s district. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2026, with the buses being manufactured at Nova Bus’s Saint-Eustache (Québec) plant, the OEM states.

In late 2023 Nova Bus has secured its largest-ever e-bus order in North America: 339 LFSe+ buses for Québec transit agencies.

Nova Bus order for York, Toronto

York Region will continue to purchase and deploy electric buses to help support their goal of net-zero emissions by 2050.

Equipped with two charging options, the LFSe+ buses support overhead charging via a pantograph as well as a plug-in system, ensuring complete adaptability to existing charging infrastructure and facilitating efficient route planning. The modular battery design allows storage of up to 564 kWh of onboard energy, optimizing operational efficiency and sustainability.

“We are thrilled to have been awarded contract because it not only demonstrates our expertise in electric bus manufacturing but also reinforces our position as a leader in sustainable public transit solutions. Being at the forefront of the electrification of public transport is a commitment we take very seriously, and this new contract serves as strong evidence of that,” said Mr. Paul Le Houillier, President of Nova Bus.