The Power of Partnership
“There is nothing permanent except change”
This quote from ancient Greek Philosopher, Heraclitus, has never been more relevant as the current landscape for the North American energy and transportation market is shifting again. While zero-emission vehicle technology continues to mature and seek its sweet spot, adjustments in regulations and incentives have brought the conversation back to a foundational principle that ROUSH CleanTech has been operating under all along: energy diversity is good. Choice is powerful. Partnerships are required now more than ever.
At the most recent industry trade shows, including NPGA’s Southeast Expo and ACT Expo, it was made clear that the tide has turned on the “EV-only mentality.” The power of choice and need for more energy sources dominated sessions, keynotes and conversations. As Erik Neandross, president of the clean transportation solutions group at TRC, said at ACT Expo, “In spite of all the change … it’s clear to me that the industry remains super committed to moving forward with advanced tech and cleaner fuels and a more sustainable future.”
Through our partnership with Blue Bird, ROUSH CleanTech has been able to provide our customers with the power to choose: propane, gasoline, EV or diesel. Backed by the most successful alternative fuels alliance in the industry, Blue Bird unveiled its propane stripped chassis at ACT Expo, which provides fleets with more fuel and chassis options than they’ve had before. Our partnership brought sustainable clean transportation options to the school bus industry 13 years ago, and, through this new offering, we’re now providing even more options for the last mile and middle mile delivery organizations.
With more than 3 billion miles accumulated on our technology across more than 2,500 school districts, ROUSH CleanTech and Blue Bird will continue to innovate and bring clean, prudent and cost-effective solutions with industry leading total cost of ownership (TCO). Lean on our partnership, with almost 150 years of experience, in navigating change in the transportation segment. We are committed to your success!
Enjoy the last full month of school and the start of Summer!
Here’s what I’m reading this month:
