Fleet EForce Initiates Entrée into Service of Proterra Buses Close to Home in Boulder Colorado
Boulder, CO, 12/03/24 —Following its announced launch into the servicing of buses sold by Proterra Inc., Fleet Eforce wasted no time diving into its first major repairs of Proterra electric transit buses, starting locally with a fleet operated by Via Mobility Services in Boulder, Colorado. Via bus #30, like nearly 700 other buses sold by Proterra Inc., had been out of commission for months. Via spent several frustrating months searching for a solution, so when Fleet EForce announced that they could provide support not only for Via’s Lightning eMotors shuttles but also for their Proterra buses, they jumped at it.
Fleet Eforce performed an onsite diagnosis and confirmed the customer’s own diagnosis of a bad motor controller and inverter. Following the diagnosis, Fleet EForce’s supply chain team sourced a replacement inverter—and installed it the same day that it arrived. With the new inverter installed, Bus #30 is now back on the road, contributing to Boulder’s clean, sustainable public transportation.
Fleet EForce has now established a steady supply of the major powertrain components, drive motors, motor controllers (inverters), transmissions and batteries for buses manufactured by Proterra Inc., ensuring ongoing support for Via Mobility and other operators of Proterra buses. Since this initial installation, the company has supplied service and parts to 10 other operators of buses manufactured by Proterra Inc., a number that is growing by the week.
Steve Wisdom, Fleet Manager at Via Mobility, shared, “We had almost given up on getting #30 repaired—it was very frustrating. Fleet EForce was efficient and got the vehicle back on the road.” “Via Mobility is excited and hopeful that Fleet Eforce will be a great partner for supporting our electric fleet.”
Tim Reeser, CEO of Fleet EForce, expressed his commitment to further investment in service and parts for buses manufactured by Proterra Inc., “The fast growth of this business and the growing number of Proterra transit bus operators who are placing their trust in Fleet Eforce is supporting the rapid expansion of our inventory and service team investments.”
About Via Mobility Services
Via Mobility Services is a Boulder-based nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting accessible, sustainable, and efficient transportation solutions across Colorado. Via provides a range of services, including paratransit, community shuttle, and mobility programs that empower individuals with limited transportation options, particularly seniors, people with disabilities, and low-income residents. With a focus on inclusivity and environmental responsibility, Via Mobility Services is committed to improving quality of life and fostering independence by connecting communities through reliable and eco-friendly transit options. For more information, please visit www.viacolorado.org.
About Fleet EForce Inc.
Fleet EForce Inc. is a premier provider of maintenance, training, and repair services for commercial electric vehicles and charging systems. With a focus on fast response, quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction, Fleet EForce offers comprehensive solutions to keep fleets running smoothly and with minimal down-time. The company’s facilities in Colorado and mobile service and training options provide clients efficient and comprehensive nationwide support.