UTA announced the expansion of the S-Li ne service in Sugar House. The project extends the line to Highland Drive to support economic development and serve the growing population.
UTA’s Central Depot District Garage, or Depot District, was opened in May 2023. It was uniquely designed as a one-stop shop to accommodate alternative fuel and clean-air transit vehicles. Depot District also houses a fleet of 47 compressed natural gas (CNG) buses. In addition to administrative offices and UTA tech center, the depot features charging stations for 24 of its e-buses, diesel refueling, outdoor bus parking under modern canopies, and a bus wash.
After two decades of planning, UTA successfully launched its second rapid transit system — the Ogden Express (OGX) — in August 2023. This innovative system features 11 electric buses that connect the Ogden FrontRunner station with Weber State University. Thanks to a federal grant, OGX is fare free for the first three years.
Managed by OED, REVI is a $3 million matching grant program designed to provide funds to rural electric cooperatives for upgrading and installing new charging infrastructure. OED is preparing to announce grant recipients in August 2024.
Economic Growth: Electric vehicles have the ability to increase the disposable income of drivers through the savings realized to power the vehicle as compared to
To revolutionize our transportation system in a way that all Utahns benefit, synergy is key. This is what we’re referring to when we say, “Intelligent
Leading with innovative solutions, Utah is uniquely positioned to deploy an electrified transportation system. The state’s various climates and elevations — ranging from hot deserts
Electrified Long-Distance Shipping Zero-Emissions Short-Range (Drayage) Deliveries To reduce emissions from short-distance drayage routes, ASPIRE will install a dynamic charging system at the Utah Inland
In 2023, the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) issued a report that set electric vehicle efficiency ratios for light-duty vehicles registered in the United States.
Chicago Metra’s new $154 million contract with Stadler U.S. for eight battery-powered trainsets includes engineering, training, and spare parts, with options for additional trainsets and
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