Truck and bus OEM Navistar has announced it will offer Eaton Corp.'s diesel-electric hybrid propulsion drive system as an option on its school bus line. The OEM said this will provide school districts with a vehicle that reduces fuel consumption and emissions simultaneously.
Navistar's IC Bus CE Series hybrid electric school bus combines the company's MaxxForce DT diesel engine with an electric motor and lithium-ion battery pack that provides peak power output of 44 kW. Through regenerative braking, the battery pack charge is controlled to provide a steady supply of power, allowing for less wear and tear on brakes and additional operational savings, noted Navistar.
