Optimal EV Appoints A-Z Bus Sales as Authorized Dealer in California and Texas

‍Plymouth, MI — October 14, 2025 — Optimal Electric Vehicles, LLC (Optimal), a leader in purpose-built low-floor shuttle buses, today announced the appointment of A-Z Bus Sales, Inc. as an authorized dealer representing Optimal EV’s Low-Floor Shuttle Bus Prodcut in California and Texas.

This strategic partnership strengthens Optimal’s distribution network in two of the largest commercial and transit markets in the United States, expanding access to zero-emission, ADA-compliant transportation solutions for public agencies, universities, airports, and private shuttle operators.

“Our partnership with A-Z Bus Sales is a major step in expanding Optimal’s reach across the West and Southwest,” said Jeff Hiatt, Executive Vice President at Optimal. “A-Z’s proven sales and service expertise, coupled with their deep relationships across fleet, transit, and school bus sectors, make them an ideal partner to represent the Optimal product line.”

The Optimal Low-Floor Shuttle Products delivers best-in-class performance, accessibility, and passenger comfort. Built on Optimal’s purpose-engineered low floor chassis , the low floor provides superior ease of entry, smooth ride quality, and long-range capability. The vehicle is Altoona-tested, Buy America compliant, and eligible for federal and state funding programs.

A-Z Bus Sales, headquartered in Colton, California with additional operations in Texas, has been a trusted transportation solutions provider for over 45 years. The company represents leading OEMs across the school, transit, and commercial vehicle sectors and is recognized for its deep technical expertise and nationwide service network.

“We are thrilled to add Optimal EV’s Low-Floor Shuttles to our portfolio,” said John Landherr, President and CEO of A-Z Bus Sales. “The low floor represents the next generation of accessible, passenger transport, and we look forward to helping customers in California and Texas make the transition to cleaner, more efficient fleets.”

For more information on Optimal EV’s Low-Floor Shuttle products or to schedule a demonstration, contact A-Z Bus Sales or visit www.optimal-ev.com.

About Optimal
Optimal Electric Vehicles, LLC designs and manufactures purpose-built low floor shuttle buses and commercial vehicles optimized for performance, safety, and accessibility. Headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, Optimal EV leverages over 35 years of automotive engineering expertise to deliver zero-emission solutions that redefine reliability and passenger experience.

About A-Z Bus Sales
Founded in 1976, A-Z Bus Sales, Inc. is a leading dealer and distributor of passenger transportation solutions, serving the education, government, public sector, commercial, and private fleet markets. Employee-owned and specializing in green alternative fuel products, A-Z offers a wide range of services, including sales, service, parts, and financing for new and preowned buses.

The company has built a strong reputation for fostering long-term customer relationships, professionalism, and integrity. Headquartered in Colton, California, A-Z Bus Sales operates multiple sales and service locations across California, Arizona, Texas, and Hawaii.

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