NFI’s New Flyer launches extended range option for Xcelsior CHARGE FC™ hydrogen fuel cell-electric bus
NFI Group (OTC:NFYEF) has unveiled a significant upgrade for its Xcelsior CHARGE FC™ 40-foot hydrogen fuel cell-electric bus, introducing an optional four-tank-module that extends the vehicle's range by up to 120 miles. The enhancement adds 17.5 kilograms of additional onboard fuel capacity, representing a 50% increase.
The technology has been successfully implemented by Humboldt Transit Authority in northern California, demonstrating exceptional performance on challenging routes. The enhanced Xcelsior CHARGE FC features include a lighter fuel cell power module, recyclable high-power batteries, improved waterproof battery enclosures, and a more efficient electric drive system with up to 90% energy recovery.
NFI Group (OTC:NFYEF) ha presentato un importante aggiornamento per il suo autobus elettrico a celle a combustibile a idrogeno Xcelsior CHARGE FC™ da 40 piedi, introducendo un modulo opzionale con quattro serbatoi che estende l'autonomia del veicolo fino a 120 miglia. L'aggiornamento aggiunge 17,5 chilogrammi di capacità di carburante a bordo, pari a un aumento del 50%.
La tecnologia è stata implementata con successo dalla Humboldt Transit Authority nel nord della California, dimostrando prestazioni eccellenti su percorsi impegnativi. Le caratteristiche migliorate dell'Xcelsior CHARGE FC includono un modulo di alimentazione a celle a combustibile più leggero, batterie ad alta potenza riciclabili, involucri impermeabili migliorati per le batterie e un sistema di trazione elettrica più efficiente con un recupero energetico fino al 90%.
NFI Group (OTC:NFYEF) ha presentado una actualización significativa para su autobús eléctrico de pila de combustible de hidrógeno Xcelsior CHARGE FC™ de 40 pies, introduciendo un módulo opcional de cuatro tanques que extiende el alcance del vehículo hasta 120 millas. La mejora añade 17,5 kilogramos de capacidad adicional de combustible a bordo, lo que representa un incremento del 50%.
La tecnología ha sido implementada con éxito por la Autoridad de Tránsito de Humboldt en el norte de California, demostrando un rendimiento excepcional en rutas desafiantes. Las características mejoradas del Xcelsior CHARGE FC incluyen un módulo de pila de combustible más ligero, baterías de alta potencia reciclables, cajas de baterías impermeables mejoradas y un sistema de propulsión eléctrica más eficiente con una recuperación de energía de hasta el 90%.
NFI 그룹 (OTC:NFYEF)은 40피트 수소 연료 전지 전기버스인 Xcelsior CHARGE FC™에 중요한 업그레이드를 공개했습니다. 선택 사양인 4탱크 모듈을 도입하여 차량의 주행 거리를 최대 120마일까지 확장했습니다. 이 업그레이드는 추가로 17.5킬로그램의 연료 탑재 용량을 제공하며, 이는 50% 증가한 수치입니다.
이 기술은 캘리포니아 북부의 험볼트 교통 당국에 의해 성공적으로 적용되어 까다로운 노선에서도 뛰어난 성능을 입증했습니다. 향상된 Xcelsior CHARGE FC는 더 가벼운 연료 전지 전력 모듈, 재활용 가능한 고출력 배터리, 개선된 방수 배터리 인클로저, 최대 90%의 에너지 회복 효율을 갖춘 보다 효율적인 전기 구동 시스템을 특징으로 합니다.
NFI Group (OTC:NFYEF) a dévoilé une mise à niveau importante pour son bus électrique à pile à combustible à hydrogène Xcelsior CHARGE FC™ de 40 pieds, introduisant un module optionnel à quatre réservoirs qui étend l'autonomie du véhicule jusqu'à 120 miles. Cette amélioration ajoute 17,5 kilogrammes de capacité de carburant supplémentaire à bord, soit une augmentation de 50 %.
La technologie a été mise en œuvre avec succès par la Humboldt Transit Authority dans le nord de la Californie, démontrant des performances exceptionnelles sur des itinéraires difficiles. Les caractéristiques améliorées du Xcelsior CHARGE FC incluent un module de pile à combustible plus léger, des batteries haute puissance recyclables, des boîtiers de batterie étanches améliorés et un système de propulsion électrique plus efficace avec jusqu'à 90 % de récupération d'énergie.
NFI Group (OTC:NFYEF) hat ein bedeutendes Upgrade für seinen 40-Fuß-Wasserstoff-Brennstoffzellen-Elektrobus Xcelsior CHARGE FC™ vorgestellt und eine optionale Vier-Tank-Einheit eingeführt, die die Reichweite des Fahrzeugs um bis zu 120 Meilen erhöht. Die Verbesserung fügt 17,5 Kilogramm zusätzliche Bordkraftstoffkapazität hinzu, was einer Steigerung von 50 % entspricht.
Die Technologie wurde erfolgreich von der Humboldt Transit Authority in Nordkalifornien implementiert und zeigt herausragende Leistungen auf anspruchsvollen Strecken. Zu den verbesserten Merkmalen des Xcelsior CHARGE FC gehören ein leichteres Brennstoffzellen-Powermodul, recycelbare Hochleistungsbatterien, verbesserte wasserdichte Batteriegehäuse und ein effizienteres elektrisches Antriebssystem mit bis zu 90 % Energierückgewinnung.
- New hydrogen tank module increases fuel capacity by 50% and extends range by 120 miles
- Successful real-world implementation with Humboldt Transit Authority showing strong performance
- Enhanced features include 90% energy recovery system and improved battery enclosures
- Technology enables coverage of longer routes and demanding duty cycles with reduced refueling needs
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The option adds up to 120 miles of range for longer service routes
ST. CLOUD, Minn., July 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (TSX: NFI, OTC: NFYEF, TSX: NFI.DB) NFI Group Inc. (NFI) a leader in propulsion-agnostic bus and coach mobility solutions, subsidiary New Flyer of America Inc. (New Flyer), today unveils a major range-boosting innovation for its Xcelsior CHARGE FC™ 40-foot hydrogen fuel cell-electric bus (FCEB). The new optional hydrogen four-tank-module significantly extends vehicle and operational flexibility, adding 17.5 additional kilograms of onboard fuel capacity.
This announcement is being made in partnership with Humboldt Transit Authority in northern California, where the technology is already proving successful on challenging, steep, real-world routes. Humboldt was one of the first agencies to deploy the extended range option in its fleet, and its performance has exceeded expectations in both range and reliability.
“We are excited to be the first public transit agency in North America to adopt this extended range feature from New Flyer,” said Greg Pratt, General Manager, Humboldt Transit Authority. “Performance in both fuel economy and range has exceeded our expectations, enabling more dependable service for our community. We are proud to showcase New Flyer’s technology here and demonstrate how forward-thinking solutions can benefit both the environment and the people we serve.”
“Mobility solutions should work for every community, whether in rural counties or growing cities,” said Jennifer McNeill, Vice President, Sales and Marketing, New Flyer and MCI. “We are excited to offer this extended range feature to support our customers with longer service routes, more aggressive duty cycles, and harsher climates.”
The additional four transverse-mounted tanks supplement five standard onboard hydrogen tanks, providing approximately
“With zero-emission buses, range matters, and this upgrade is a game-changer,” said Chris Stoddart, President, North American Bus and Coach, NFI. “We’re driving innovation at NFI to ensure our zero-emission models match or outperform traditional propulsion modes in efficiency, reliability, and performance.”
New Flyer has been a pioneer in hydrogen fuel cell bus technology for decades and continues to push the boundaries of clean transit innovation. The enhanced Xcelsior CHARGE FC features a lighter, high-efficiency fuel cell power module, recyclable high-power batteries, improved waterproof battery enclosures, and a more powerful electric drive system with up to
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¹ Based on data from the FTA Altoona Bus Testing Program report for the New Flyer XHE40, Report No. LTI-BT-R1808-P, conducted by the Larson Transportation Institute’s Bus Research and Testing Center at Penn State University. The average fuel efficiency of a similar bus configuration is 7 miles per kilogram. This, along with an increase of 17.5 kilograms of usable hydrogen fuel capacity, results in approximately 120 miles of additional range.
About NFI
Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI offers a wide range of propulsion-agnostic bus and coach platforms, including market leading electric models. Through its low- and zero-emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and technology, NFI meets today’s urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions. Together, NFI is enabling more livable cities through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation.
With nearly 9,000 team members in ten countries, NFI is a leading global bus manufacturer of mass mobility solutions under the brands New Flyer® (heavy-duty transit buses), MCI® (motorcoaches), Alexander Dennis Limited (single- and double-deck buses), Plaxton (motorcoaches), ARBOC® (low-floor cutaway and medium-duty buses), and NFI Parts™. NFI currently offers the widest range of sustainable drive systems available, including zero-emission electric (referring to propulsion systems that do not utilize internal combustion engines, such as trolley, battery, and fuel cell), natural gas, electric hybrid, and clean diesel. In total, NFI supports its installed base of over 100,000 buses and coaches around the world. NFI’s common shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) under the symbol NFI and its convertible unsecured debentures trade on the TSX under the symbol NFI.DB. News and information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, www.arbocsv.com, and carfaircomposites.com.
About New Flyer
New Flyer, a wholly owned subsidiary of NFI Group, is North America’s heavy-duty transit bus leader and offers the most advanced product line under the Xcelsior® and Xcelsior CHARGE® brands. It also offers infrastructure development through NFI Infrastructure Solutions™, a service dedicated to providing safe, sustainable, and reliable charging and mobility solutions. New Flyer actively supports over 35,000 heavy-duty transit buses (New Flyer, NABI, and Orion) currently in service, of which 8,600 are powered by electric motors and battery propulsion and 1,900 are zero-emission. Further information is available at www.newflyer.com.
Forward-Looking Statement
This press release may contain forward-looking statements relating to expected future events of New Flyer and NFI Group, including certain forecasted driving range, fuel capacity and operating efficiencies relating to New Flyer’s new extended-range option for its Xcelsior CHARGE FCTM 40-foot hydrogen fuel cell-electric vehicle. Although the forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based upon what management believes to be reasonable assumptions and speak only as of the date of this press release, investors cannot be assured that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking statements, and the differences may be material. Actual results may differ materially from management expectations as projected in such forward-looking statements for a variety of reasons, including the expected energy consumption and vehicle range and that current results have been obtained under controlled conditions and limited “real-world” testing and may not be realized to the same extent or at all when the vehicle is driven in more “real-world” operating conditions by customers; and the other risks and uncertainties discussed in NFI’s materials filed with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities and available on SEDAR at www.sedarplus.ca.
Due to the potential impact of these factors New Flyer and NFI disclaim any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, unless required by applicable law.
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