Trigg County School officials were impressed with the capabilities of the Jouley model electric bus that made a stop at the district transportation department Tuesday.
Thomas Built Buses Southern District Manager Mike Guarino was among the contingent that brought the bus for a demonstration. He says the bus is completely electric.
click to download audioGuarino says those who drive the Jouley model will experience a different feel when they take the bus on the road.
click to download audioHe adds there are several of the buses on the road already.
click to download audioTrigg County Schools bus driver and driver trainer Dawn Butler says she was impressed when she drove the bus.
click to download audioTransportation Director Erin Eagleson says he was impressed by the electric bus, but not sure how soon the school district might consider purchasing an electric bus.
click to download audioThe purchase price of the Jouley electric bus is typically close to three times the purchase price of a conventional bus, but grants are available from the federal government to assist school districts that choose to purchase an electric bus.
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