GreenPower Motor Company has released an announcement about its latest school bus design which boasts a capacity of 90 people, and can go up to 300 miles in range with a 387 kWh battery. They call it the "Mega Beast" as an upgrade of their current "Beast" line which stands for "battery electric automotive school transportation" that can go up to 140 miles with a 197.3 kWh battery.
Although the current Beast design can also pack 90 kids in one ride, the reason why the company built the Mega Beast to go for longer distances was so that the buses can reach more remote areas like rural schools and so that, the bus would not need to recharge its battery in the middle of the day. Furthermore, the Mega Beast is more durable and versatile as it can climb up hills and endure extreme weather conditions. For reference, you may check GreenPower's website for the specifications of their Beast bus design and other details like top speed, motor power, seating configurations, fuel economy, and the like.
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