GreenPower to Showcase its EV School Bus Safety at STN Indy

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GreenPower Motor Company (NASDAQ: GP) will participate in the School Transportation News (STN) Expo Indy from May 31 to June 4, 2024, in Indianapolis.

The company will showcase its all-electric, zero-emission school buses, including the award-winning Nano BEAST Access and the Type-D BEAST.

GreenPower executives will engage in discussions about safety, innovation, and funding opportunities for electric school buses.

Key events include the Green Bus Summit, the Transportation Director Summit, and a ride-and-drive event showcasing the maneuverability of the BEAST bus.

GreenPower aims to promote the adoption of sustainable and safe transportation for school children.

Positive

• Participation in STN Expo Indy enhances brand visibility.
• Showcasing award-winning Nano BEAST Access and Type-D BEAST buses.
• Focus on safety and zero-emission transportation aligns with current sustainability trends.
• Opportunities to network with industry experts and potential clients.
• Educational sessions on EV bus adoption strategies.

Negative

• No new financial data or revenue projections disclosed.
• Market impact depends heavily on the reception of showcased products.
• Significant dependence on funding and incentives for electric bus adoption.

INDIANAPOLIS, May 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GreenPower Motor Company Inc. (NASDAQ: GP) (TSXV: GPV) ("GreenPower"), a leading manufacturer and distributor of purpose-built, all-electric, zero-emission medium and heavy-duty vehicles serving the cargo and delivery market, shuttle and transit space and school bus sector, today announced the company's participation at School Transportation News (STN) Expo Indy. The conference and trade show will take place from May 31 to June 4 in Indianapolis, Indiana at the Indiana Convention Center.  

"At GreenPower, our commitment lies in guaranteeing safe, sustainable and sensible school transportation," said GreenPower President Brendan Riley. "We look forward to engaging in another year at STN, where we will demonstrate GreenPower's unwavering dedication to safety and dependability. Our all-electric, purpose-built, zero-emission school buses are reshaping student transportation, offering families and communities a safe, healthy mode of travel for kids."

Transportation experts, school districts, government officials, public utilities and industry professionals gather annually at STN Expo Indy to network and explore training methods, products and service. The Green Bus Summit takes place during STN Indy and will feature educational classes focused on the adoption of electric school buses, along with a ride and drive event.

GreenPower executives will be available for one-on-one meetings throughout the show. For additional information or to schedule a one-on-one meeting with management, please contact greenpower@skyya.com. For interested school districts, experts will be available to discuss and provide guidance around navigating incentives and funding opportunities in your area.

Transportation Director Summit
Date: Friday & Saturday, May 31 & June 1
Location: Omni Severin Hotel & TopGolf

GreenPower President Brendan Riley and Regional Account Manager Makenzi Prather will participate in the Transportation Director Summit, two days of focused higher learning and networking experience that blend together school district leaders, private fleet managers, industry suppliers and OEMs. Participants will network with peers, discussing the newest innovations and best practices that impact school transportation operations now.

Greenpower Vehicle Showcase
Date: Sunday, June 2
Time: 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. EDT
Location: Booth #102

GreenPower will showcase its award-wining Nano BEAST Access, an all-electric, purpose-built, zero-emission school bus, accommodating up to 18 ambulatory passengers and equipped with space for 3+ Q'STRAINT wheelchair securements and a BraunAbility rear curbside lift. GreenPower will also display the company's BEAST bus chassis, complete with the bus skeleton frame to demonstrate the vehicle's advanced features reinforcing GreenPower's commitment to safety. For the first time, school transportation directors will have an exclusive look at features typically covered by the bus body panels. GreenPower's all-electric, purpose-built school buses have a class-leading range of up to 150 miles.

Ride & Drive Opportunity
Date: Monday, June 3
Time: 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. EDT
Location: Victory Field

GreenPower's Type-D BEAST all-electric, zero-emission school bus will be featured at the Green Bus Summit ride and drive on Monday, June 3 at Victory Field in Indianapolis from 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. EDT. Attendees will be able to ride in this purpose-built EV school bus and experience its ride and maneuverability.

Green Bus Summit + Panel
Exploring Contemporary Materials, Methods, Systems and Structures for EV School Bus Safety 
Date: Sunday, June 2
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. EDT
Location: Indiana Convention Center

During the Green Bus Summit at 11:00 a.m. EDT on Sunday, June 2, GreenPower President, Brendan Riley will present and discuss safety and health considerations involved in transporting school children, particularly focusing on the advances in materials, building systems and safety features in the construction of electric school buses. A thought leader on modern vehicle design and implementation, Riley will discuss advancements of materials, designs and safety systems that are being used to build state of the art 21st century EV school buses. "Safety and health are of the utmost importance when transporting school children," he said. "The session will take a look at state-of-the-art materials, building systems, fastening and bonding techniques used to build the new generation of EV school buses."

Media Contacts:
Mark Nestlen
VP of Business Development and Strategy, GreenPower
Mark.n@greenpowermotor.com

Allie Potter
Skyya PR for GreenPower
(218) 766-8856
allie@skyya.com

About GreenPower Motor Company, Inc.
GreenPower designs, builds and distributes a full suite of high-floor and low-floor all-electric medium and heavy-duty vehicles, including transit buses, school buses, shuttles, cargo vans and a cab and chassis. GreenPower employs a clean-sheet design to manufacture all-electric vehicles that are purpose-built to be battery powered with zero emissions while integrating global suppliers for key components. This OEM platform allows GreenPower to meet the specifications of various operators while providing standard parts for ease of maintenance and accessibility for warranty requirements. GreenPower was founded in Vancouver, Canada with primary operational facilities in southern California. Listed on the Toronto exchange since November 2015, GreenPower completed its U.S. IPO and NASDAQ listing in August 2020. For further information go to www.greenpowermotor.com.

Forward-Looking Statements
This document contains forward-looking statements relating to, among other things, GreenPower's business and operations and the environment in which it operates, which are based on GreenPower's operations, estimates, forecasts and projections. Forward-looking statements are not based on historical facts, but rather on current expectations and projections about future events and are therefore subject to risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ materially from the future results expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. These statements generally can be identified by the use of forward-looking words such as "upon", "may", "should", "will", "could", "intend", "estimate", "plan", "anticipate", "expect", "believe" or "continue", or the negative thereof or similar variations. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that are difficult to predict. A number of important factors including those set forth in other public filings (filed under the Company's profile on www.sedar.com) could cause actual outcomes and results to differ materially from those expressed in these forward-looking statements. Consequently, readers should not place any undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. In addition, these forward-looking statements relate to the date on which they are made. GreenPower disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. All amounts are in U.S. Dollars ©2024 GreenPower Motor Company Inc. All rights reserved.

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FAQ

When is GreenPower participating in the STN Expo Indy?

GreenPower will participate in the STN Expo Indy from May 31 to June 4, 2024.

What vehicles will GreenPower showcase at the STN Expo Indy 2024?

GreenPower will showcase its all-electric Nano BEAST Access and Type-D BEAST school buses.

What is the purpose of GreenPower's participation in the STN Expo Indy?

GreenPower aims to promote the adoption of safe, sustainable, and zero-emission school buses.

Will there be opportunities to test drive GreenPower buses at the STN Expo Indy?

Yes, there will be a ride-and-drive event featuring the Type-D BEAST bus on June 3, 2024.

What topics will be discussed by GreenPower at the Green Bus Summit?

GreenPower will discuss safety, health considerations, and advancements in EV school bus materials and systems.