Efficient Drivetrains' EDI PowerDrive 6000 Tops 3.1 Million Mile Mark
December 07 2017 - 4:00AM
Business Wire
Company deploys 120 systems in China, adds 12-meter Foton Bus to
available OEM platforms
Efficient Drivetrains, Inc. (EDI), a global leader in advanced
high-efficiency zero emissions plug-in hybrid and electric
drivetrain solutions today announced the integration of the EDI
PowerDrive™ 6000 and EDI PowerSuite™ vehicle control software into
three 12-meter Foton buses. The company also set a new record for
most mileage driven with its EDI PowerDrive™ 6000 system, hitting
over 3.1 million miles traveled since 2015.
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The recent integration of the EDI PowerDrive™ 6000 system and
EDI PowerSuite™ vehicle control software into the Foton platform
represents the sixth major bus OEM integration of Efficient
Drivetrains’ technology in China. The EDI PowerDrive 6000 was
certified by the government in 2015 after undergoing significant
durability testing, and the current fleet of 120 buses continues to
demonstrate strong reliability and performance overall. Recently
OEMs that have integrated EDI technology have reported more than
40% savings in fuel expenses, significantly reduced emissions for
the community, and ROI in under 3 years.
The new fleet of Foton buses was a result of the successful
deployment of 38 transit buses running in Tianshui city. The fleet
operator experienced significantly improved fuel economy, reduced
emissions, and ease of operations for their bus drivers. In
partnership with EDI’s local integration and support partner, ENCA,
EDI was able to quickly deploy its technology onto the new OEM
platform. Foton will also be evaluating the drivetrain system for
integration into future production quantity programs.
Adoption of plug-in hybrid and electric buses continues to see
tremendous growth in the Asia Pacific region, with China leading
the charge. In 2016, the country procured over 115,000 electrified
buses, with projection of future sales to account for more than 20%
of new bus sales over the next three years. To continue the strong
trend, local cities and governing bodies are mandating emissions
reductions, and offering financial subsidies to expedite adoption
of e-buses. OEMs adopting buses with EDI’s electrification
technology are able to rapidly bring electrified solutions to
market, while taking advantage of the available government funding
programs.
News Highlights:
- The EDI PowerDrive™ has surpassed over
3.1 million miles in a commercial fleet setting of city buses
deployed in rural and city routes across China and Taiwan
- Efficient Drivetrains has added to its
available OEM platforms in China with the integration of the EDI
PowerDrive™ 6000 drivetrain and EDI PowerSuite™ Vehicle Control
software into the Foton buses
- The company currently has over 120
models of 8, 10.5, and 12 meter buses operating across Asia on
major OEM platforms including Ankai, Shaanxi, Xiamen Jinlong,
Yaxing Motor Coach, Master Transportation, and now Foton
- Efficient Drivetrains has long standing
history in electrification of buses, with active programs running
in Asia and North America, featuring its EDI PowerDrive™ 6000 and
EDI PowerDrive™ 7000 series of drivetrain systems and EDI
PowerSuite™ vehicle control software
- The EDI PowerDrive™ system received
China government certification after undergoing durability testing
in late 2015
- OEMs implementing technology from
Efficient Drivetrains are able to quickly bring electrified vehicle
solutions to market, while offering performance that meets or
exceeds that of the traditional vehicle with the added benefits of
reduced emissions and fuel consumption
- Fleet operators adopting electrified
buses benefit from zero-emissions driving, clean-air for the
surrounding community, and significantly reduced fuel and
maintenance costs
Supporting Quotes:
“Electric bus adoption continues to grow exponentially in China.
The country overall has taken a leadership role in procuring and
mandating electric vehicle solutions for its cities. With our
strong presence on major Asia OEMs, our certification of the EDI
PowerDrive™ system, and the recent integration into the Foton
platform, EDI is quickly becoming an emerging leader in the
electrification of the mass transportation space in China.”
-Joerg Ferchau, CEO, Efficient Drivetrains, Inc.
“In China, more than 20% of new buses are now electrified. EDI’s
technology continues to outperform available offerings, while also
being one of the most cost effective options on the market. Our
strong partnership with bus OEMs, and our local integration
partners have positioned us well for continued growth.
-Taylor Yu, Head of China Development, Efficient Drivetrains,
Inc.
Additional Resources:
- Efficient Drivetrains Unveils EV School
Bus Platform news release
- Efficient Drivetrains Collaborates with
Master Transportation for Made-in-Taiwan e-bus news release
- Efficient Drivetrains Receives Bus
Production Order for EDI PowerDrive™ 6000 news release
- Efficient Drivetrains Selected by Four
Major OEMs to Rapidly Deploy Electric Buses news release
- EDI on LinkedIn
About Efficient Drivetrains:
Efficient Drivetrains, Inc. (EDI) develops and markets a range
of state-of-the-art PHEV and EV drivetrain solutions worldwide.
EDI’s leading-edge drivetrain systems and technologies enable OEMs
to meet zero-emissions requirements while providing significant
cost and efficiency advantages for parallel and series hybrid, and
electric drivetrain architectures across nearly all platform
classes and configurations. EDI is active in commercial automotive
projects throughout North America and the Asia Pacific region.
Visit www.efficientdrivetrains.com for more
information.
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Efficient Drivetrains (EDI)Kristal Ferchau,
408-273-3546kferchau@efficientdrivetrains.com