Electric Bus Global Market Report 2024

The electric bus market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $33.04 billion in 2023 to $37.17 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.5%. The growth observed in the historical period can be attributed to manufacturing scale and production sophistication, public awareness and perception, improvements in charging infrastructure, economic viability and cost reduction, and rising urbanization and congestion.

The electric bus market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $57.51 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.5%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to market demand and acceptance, the development of charging infrastructure, improvements in manufacturing cost, and the rising demand for sustainable transport. Major trends in the forecast period include government incentives and policies, technological advancements in battery technology, rising urbanization and air quality concerns, cost reduction in battery production, and the demand for sustainable mobility solutions.

Proactive government initiatives aimed at promoting the use of e-buses present lucrative growth opportunities for the electric bus market. Governments globally are initiating programs to enhance the sustainability and fuel efficiency of urban public transportation through the integration of electric buses. For example, in December 2021, the NITI Aayog (National Institution for Transforming India), the policy think tank of the Government of India, launched e-Sawaari, India Electric Bus Coalition. This collaborative effort involved partnerships with Convergence Energy Service Limited (CESL) and the World Resources Institute, India (WRI India), with support from the Transformative Urban Mobility Initiative (TUMI). The coalition's objective is to facilitate the sharing of knowledge and lessons learned from the adoption of e-buses in India among various stakeholders. This includes central and state governments, city-level government agencies, financing institutions, transit service providers, ancillary service providers, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Consequently, government initiatives are poised to bolster electric bus services, thereby driving the growth of the electric bus market in the foreseeable future.

The anticipated growth of the electric bus market is expected to be propelled by the increasing levels of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Greenhouse gas emissions involve the release of gases such as carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), and nitrous oxide (N2O) into the atmosphere, contributing to the trapping of heat and climate change. Electric buses, especially those powered by renewable energy sources such as solar or wind power, offer a significant advantage in combating this issue. By replacing fossil fuels with renewable energy, electric buses can substantially reduce greenhouse gas emissions compared to their diesel counterparts. For example, in October 2022, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reported a 1.1% increase in global greenhouse gas emissions from the previous year, reaching 50.6 gigatons of CO2-equivalent. This rise followed a rebound above pre-pandemic levels, with seven economies contributing to nearly two-thirds of global emissions. The United States also saw a 1.2% increase in GHG emissions from large industrial sources compared to 2021, highlighting the persistent challenge of curbing GHG emissions worldwide.

The electric bus market is witnessing a significant focus on technological advancements. Companies producing electric buses are actively investing in technology to optimize passenger capacity and increase the operational efficiency of electric buses, ensuring economic viability and sustainability for the future. As an example, in January 2022, the Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) implemented an innovative clean energy microgrid and electric vehicle (EV) fleet charging system. This initiative aligns with California's target of achieving a fully zero-emission bus fleet by 2040. The $3 million project aimed to pioneer and showcase advanced charging controls, reduce expenses, and support VTA's overarching strategy for the comprehensive electrification of its bus fleet.

Leading companies in the electric bus market are actively engaged in developing cutting-edge products incorporating advanced technologies, such as autonomous driving technologies, to deliver dependable services to their customers. Autonomous driving technologies encompass a combination of hardware, software, and algorithms that empower a vehicle to navigate and operate in its environment without human intervention. A case in point is Switch Mobility, which, in February 2022, introduced the SWITCH EiV 12, a next-generation electric bus platform launched in India in June 2022. Tailored for the Indian market, this platform features two variants: the EiV 12 low floor and the EiV 12 standard. The SWITCH EiV 12 is equipped with proprietary connected technology solutions, 'switch iON', facilitating remote, real-time diagnostics and monitoring services, along with digital battery management tools. The platform draws from a wealth of experience, having covered 50 million electric kilometers globally.

In May 2021, Lion Electric Company, a Canadian manufacturer specializing in all-electric medium and heavy-duty urban vehicles, executed a merger with Northern Genesis Acquisition Corp. The deal, valued at $490 million, aims to reinforce Lion's dominant position in the all-electric medium and heavy-duty urban vehicle market. The funds will support various initiatives, including the construction of a cutting-edge vehicle production plant in the United States, ongoing advancements in battery systems, the establishment of a highly automated battery system assembly factory, and other general corporate purposes. Northern Genesis Acquisition Corp., a Canadian acquisition company, focuses on activities related to the stock exchange, acquisition, and merging of two or more businesses.

Major companies operating in the electric bus market report are BYD Co. Ltd., Tata Motors Limited, Zhengzhou Yutong Bus Co. Ltd., Scania AB, Dongfeng Motor Corporation, MAN Truck & Bus AG, Sinotruk Hong Kong Limited, Foton Motor Group, VDL Groep, Ashok Leyland Limited, NFI Group Inc., Blue Bird Corporation, Solaris Bus & Coach S.A., Gillig LLC, New Flyer of America Inc., Eicher Motors Limited, Alexander Dennis Limited, JBM Auto Limited, King Long United Automotive Industry Co. Ltd., Zhongtong Bus & Holding Company Limited, Proterra lnc., Nanjing Golden Dragon Bus Manufacturing Co. Ltd., Ebusco, The CAF Group incorporates, GreenPower Motor Company Inc., The Volvo Group, Deccan Auto Limited, Daimler AG, Higer Bus Company Limited, Motiv Power Systems Inc., Zhuhai Guangtong Automobile Co. Ltd., Shenzhen Wuzhoulong Motors Co. Ltd., Olectra Greentech Limited, Xiamen King Long United Automotive Industry Co. Ltd., Yaxing Motor Coach Co. Ltd.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the electric bus market in 2023 and is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the electric bus market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the electric bus market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Electric buses come in three main types such as battery electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, and fuel cell electric vehicles. Battery electric vehicles, equipped with rechargeable batteries and devoid of a gasoline engine, rely solely on the battery pack for energy, which is recharged from the grid. These batteries can be of various types, such as lithium-nickel-manganese-cobalt-oxide, lithium-iron-phosphate, and others. The range of these vehicles varies, with some covering less than 200 miles and others exceeding 200 miles, depending on battery capacity. Electric buses can have a battery capacity ranging up to 400 kWh and even surpassing 400 kWh, depending on the specific battery used. These buses find applications in both intercity and intracity transport scenarios.

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The electric bus market consists of sales of battery-powered all-electric buses. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.