McALLEN, Texas ( Border Report ) — A convoy of electric vehicles, including a school bus, is rolling through South Texas this week to promote alternative energy sources.
The ship of five to seven electric vehicles may go nearly 800 yards with stops in Corpus Christi and the Texas border cities of Brownsville and Laredo.
According to administrators, the five-city visit aims to inform South Texas frontrunners and partners about electronic travel resources and promote applications for applicable grants and incentives.
Among the tour sponsors are the Texas Electric Transportation Resources Alliance and the Texas Electric School Bus Projects ( TESBP). A chart of the journey can be found here.
“Bringing the EV show to these cities follows two successful Vehicle road trips in West and East Texas and is a key move for our electrical travel future, ” said Buzz Smith, of the Texas Electric Transportation Resource Alliance. “We’re showcasing a diverse array of electric cars, including an electronic school bus, and providing a comprehensive guide for electrifying Texas. Our aim is to enliven regional economies, work with society stakeholders, and amplify the benefits of energy transportation, sparking progress in South Texas communities. ”
“The yellow school bus symbolizes the American dream, a symbol of chance and hope, ” said Jessica Keithan, TESBP co-founder. “We have a unique possibility to use this lively image to drive development and provide opportunity to communities across Texas as we strive to incinerate our school bus fleets. ”
“This is a great option for our group to learn about the substantial amount of money that are now available for school districts for EV activities, ” said Edgar Villaseñor, Rio Grande International Study Center advocacy plan manager.
The nonprofit is based in Laredo and Villaseñor said EV aligns with their goals.
“RGISC is working on sustainable programs like electrification to create a future for Laredo that is cleaner, greener, and prosperous, ” he said.
The organization, which also studies the Rio Grande, invited school district officials from seven school districts, including Webb Consolidated Independent School District, and Zapata County ISD.
Sandra Sanchez can be reached at SSanchez@BorderReport. com.
