First Student, currently the largest and most chosen student transportation provider, recently surpassed five million miles driven in electric school buses. This achievement comes just months after reaching the four-million-mile mark.
So far, First Student’s electric school buses have safely traveled the equivalent of more than 10,000 cross-country trips across the United States, which is more than any other transportation provider.
The benefits of electric school buses go beyond sustainability, offering quieter, safer, and healthier transportation for students and communities.
First Student’s electric mileage is growing rapidly, and the company expects to reach 6 million miles in the next few months. The remarkable progress is largely credited to First Charge, First Student’s innovative above-ground EV charging solution. First Charge continues to revolutionize school bus electrification by eliminating the need for extensive trenching, significantly reducing installation costs, and enabling rapid deployment even in cold-weather climates.
First Student has been recognized for its commitment to sustainable transportation, winning the BIG Award For Green Product Of The Year and the 2025 Edison Award for scalable clean transportation energy. These awards highlight the standard First Student has set for sustainability, safety and excellence in the push for a greener future for students and communities globally.
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