Press Releases

We are thrilled to announce we've unveiled our initial product offering at the world’s most comprehensive public transportation showcase. The long-awaited return of APTA's (American Public Transportation Association) TRANSform Conference & EXPO served as the ideal platform to launch our brand and products, in addition to showcasing some of our valued partners.

Optimal-EV has signed a licensing and marketing agreement partnering with Vicinity Motor Corp.

Project Arrow highlights hundreds of advanced technology companies around the world, making it an especially exciting collaboration for Optimal-EV as we aim to solidify our place among the technology leaders of the automotive world. Our roots in this industry run deep, and continue to grow as we team up with more amazing global partners like the APMA.

Integrating Optimal’s industry-leading powertrain technology with Olathe’s sales and distribution capabilities, delivering battery-electric chassis to commercial fleets

Proterra to provide industry-leading battery technology and charging systems for Optimal’s new all-electric S1LF Low-Floor Shuttle Bus

Optimal Electric Vehicles, LLC. (Optimal-EV) enters vehicle manufacturing with their battery electric S1LF Low-Floor Shuttle Bus. The S1LF integrates a quasi-purpose-built Ford E450 chassis platform, which has been fully optimized with the vehicle body and achieves a low step-in height without kneeling the suspension. The all-electric S1LF will feature an ADA compliant entry ramp for paratransit operations and a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 14,500 lbs., with no reduction in carrying capacity.