From school buses to transit buses, Cummins offers the most advanced low-carbon solutions on the market. And with our powertrain-integration experience and capabilities in both battery electric and fuel cell electric, we have all the solutions you need to get rolling with reduced maintenance, lower fuel costs, and optimized performance.
Smarter school buses
More than 100 districts across the country have already graduated to all-electric school buses powered by Cummins. And they’re seeing the benefits every day. With better air quality and less noise in our neighborhoods, low-emissions means enjoying the places we live that much more.
So advanced, it's simple
Fewer moving parts means reduced maintenance, bumper to bumper. Live the green dream free from oil and air filter changes, transmission maintenance, smog checks, and more. Download Brochure
Electric Propulsion Motor
AC motor used to propel the vehicle and to provide regenerative braking
- Main drive unit for the Cummins PowerDrive
- Available in EV or PHEV configurations
- Replaces conventional ICE drivetrain systems with equal or better performance
- Various architectures available depending on performance requirements
Thermal Management System
A unitized system that manages heating and cooling for all powertrain systems
- Central location for pumps, heaters, and A/C chillers for PowerDriveTM system and vehicle HVAC
- Intelligently and efficiently maintains operating temperature of high-voltage battery and PowerDrive system components
Air Compressor
Provides compressed air for air brakes, air ride suspension, and other air-powered accessories
- Highly efficient electric air compressor
- Provides air to conventional air brake systems and accessories
- Runs only when needed versus 100% duty cycle
Power Steering Pump
Provides hydraulic power for vehicle steering
- Electro-hydraulic pump
- Provides hydraulic assist for power-steering systems
- Replaces conventional gear- or belt-driven pumps
- Silent operation versus conventional power-steering systems
System Control Module and Low-Voltage Junction Box
CM: Electronic module that controls all powertrain functions
LVJB: Fuse panel providing 12VDC and 24VDC electrical supply
- Control module for all low-voltage signals
- Main hub for low-voltage power, control, and feedback signals for the PowerDrive system
- Centralizes fuses and relays for easy installation and ease of service
High-Voltage Junction Box
A unitized system made up of submodules, which manages all high-voltage functions
- Centralizes hub for high-voltage connections in the PowerDrive system
- Distributes high-voltage power from energy management system to all vehicle accessories and drive motor
- Modular and configurable for EV or PHEV systems
Connectivity Module and Electronic Drive Mode Selector
A telematics device that allows performance and diagnostic data to be wirelessly transmitted from the EV to a cloud with an access portal
- Data logger and telematics
- Provide real-time vehicle information, status, location, and state of charge
- Predictive analytics and comprehensive diagnostics
- Data output is configurable for fleet managers and vehicle operators
Connectivity Module and Electronic Drive Mode Selector
A telematics device that allows performance and diagnostic data to be wirelessly transmitted from the EV to a cloud with an access portal
- Data logger and telematics
- Provide real-time vehicle information, status, location, and state of charge
- Predictive analytics and comprehensive diagnostics
- Data output is configurable for fleet managers and vehicle operators
PowerDrive 7000 EV
To help manufacturers quickly onboard all-electric school buses, Cummins offers the PowerDrive™ 7000 EV—complete with a robust framework and OEM support program.
Financial Incentives
A variety of government subsidy and incentive programs are available for electric vehicles. School districts can benefit with lower costs and sustainable student transport.
The electric transit standard
With the Cummins fleet of electric and hydrogen fuel cell-powered transit buses, you can eliminate emissions, reduce service and fuel costs, and rest assured it will go the distance.
Cummins Battery Electric System specifications
The vehicle offers industry-standard charging interoperability, plus parts and training commonality with existing GILLIG buses, for superior flexibility and scalability. You can plan on continuity within mixed fleets and future-forward compatibility.
Battery electric buses
The Cummins Battery Electric System is an all-electric powertrain for transit buses, built to be zero-emission when in use, reduce service, and create savings, all while maintaining vehicle performance.
Fuel cell electric buses
Our third-generation fuel cell modules offer the industry’s highest power density, and unlimited start-stop cycles, even in high-stress environments, with the longevity our low-pressure stacks are known for.