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Sound Transit partners with InductEV to introduce 48 electric buses, including 33 innovative double-deckers, to Seattle’s streets, marking a significant leap towards sustainable urban transport.
In a groundbreaking move for public transportation, Sound Transit is set to transform Seattle’s transit scene by integrating InductEV’s wireless EV charging technology into its new Stride bus rapid transit (BRT) service. This initiative includes the acquisition of 48 electric buses, prominently featuring 33 double-decker buses crafted by Alexander Dennis, a leading figure in global bus manufacturing and an NFI Group Inc. subsidiary.
This deployment not only introduces North America to its first double-decker electric buses with wireless charging but also positions Sound Transit as the seventh Washington State transit agency adopting InductEV’s cutting-edge technology. The order encompasses 33 zero-emission Alexander Dennis Enviro500EV double-decker electric buses and 15 articulated 60’ electric buses, energized by 13 powerful 300-kW inductive chargers.
Highlighting the significance of this advancement, InductEV’s wireless charging technology is not new to the state, with around 100 electric buses across Washington already utilizing or set to utilize this system, alongside 35 in-ground charging pads. This Sound Transit project underlines a pivotal step in addressing urban challenges like the scarcity of space in green community districts, offering a seamless, high-powered charging solution without the spatial demands of traditional wired methods.
Moreover, the strategy of daytime on-route wireless charging capitalizes on the region’s substantial renewable energy resources, enhancing the environmental benefits of electric buses by reducing reliance on nighttime depot charging.
Brandon Anulewicz, InductEV’s Chief Revenue Officer, shared his enthusiasm about the collaboration with Alexander Dennis, emphasizing the potential to expand InductEV’s footprint and accelerate the adoption of wireless inductive charging in both commercial and municipal transport sectors.
Since its debut in 2017 with Link Transit in Wenatchee, WA, InductEV’s technology has demonstrated significant operational benefits, including extended duty cycles and efficient diesel replacement ratios. These achievements have encouraged other transit agencies to consider wireless charging as a viable solution to decrease emissions and operational costs.
Anulewicz emphasized the broader implications of this technology: “It’s about more than just buses. It’s about transforming communities, reducing emissions, and creating greener, more efficient transportation systems.” He highlighted the ongoing collaboration with local agencies to expand wireless networks across Washington, driving forward sustainable transportation solutions.
About InductEV: Formerly known as Momentum Dynamics, InductEV is at the forefront of revolutionizing electric fleet vehicle charging with its proprietary on-route wireless solutions. With a strong patent portfolio and the opening of one of the world’s first R&D centers dedicated to wireless vehicle charging, InductEV stands as a global leader in high-power, wireless EV charging and energy management technology.
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