BYD Coach & Bus LLC dba RIDE is a leading U.S. manufacturer of battery-electric buses and coaches, delivering zero-emission transit solutions built in California for North American markets.
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RIDE has recently focused on expanding its electric school bus offerings, increasing production capacity, and securing new contracts through state and federal incentive programs.
Launch of the Creator™ Type C electric school bus, eligible for California’s HVIP voucher program
Strategic efforts to expand market presence and reach new customer segments.
Implementation of advanced technologies to improve service delivery and customer experience.
BYD Coach & Bus LLC dba RIDE manufactures and assembles battery-electric buses and coaches at its Lancaster, California facility, employing a skilled union workforce. The company’s product line includes Type A, C, and D school buses, as well as transit buses and trucks, all powered by proprietary iron phosphate battery technology. RIDE’s vehicles are designed to exceed Buy America standards, with over 70% U.S. content, and are deployed in communities nationwide to support clean, sustainable transportation. The company also actively participates in federal and state programs to promote disadvantaged and minority-owned business participation in its supply chain.
Pasadena, California, United States
2023
Private company
