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New York City Transit (NYCT) has announced a procurement for 161 hybrid buses, marking its first such purchase since late 2019. This decision reflects the agency's ongoing strategy to incorporate hybrid technology into its fleet, emphasizing reliability and total cost of ownership amid a broader focus on zero-emission buses.

The new buses will feature BAE Systems' Gen3 hybrid propulsion system, which integrates propulsion, energy storage, and power management. Notably, the Gen3 system utilizes ultra-capacitor energy storage instead of lithium-ion batteries, eliminating the need for midlife replacements and improving the total cost of ownership.

The hybrid buses are designed for extended operational life, offering features like 'Arrive and Go' for electric-only operation at bus stops, enhancing urban air quality. The Gen3 system recently passed Federal Transit Administration testing, demonstrating improved fuel economy and emissions performance.