New York school leaders are sounding the alarm over the high costs and maintenance needs of electric vehicles (EVs), particularly in the context of school buses. As the state aims to transition to a cleaner, more sustainable transportation system, officials are raising concerns about the feasibility of relying on EV buses. One major issue is the limited range of these vehicles, which has led to the adoption of "turtle mode" - a slow-speed driving mode designed to conserve battery life. With the high upfront costs and ongoing maintenance expenses, some are questioning whether the benefits of EV buses outweigh the drawbacks, potentially slowing down the state's ambitious clean energy goals.
Costs, Maintenance, 'Turtle Mode': NY School Leaders Question EV Buses govtech.com