Power your future with Optimal

Optimal is the market leader in the design, engineering and manufacturing of low-floor shuttle buses and related mobility solutions.

Discover the Optimal Advantage

Optimal is bolting into the commercial sector with industry-leading performance, features, comfort, and durability. We integrate the best components through world class partnerships.
The Optimal advantage ensures your commercial or shuttle bus fleets exceed expectations and deliver an unparalleled experience for companies, transit agencies, and passengers alike.

We are Compliant Ready

Get your fleet electrified and take advantage of funding opportunities.

Funding Opportunities
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Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
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Transport Canada Compliant
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Americans with Disabilities Act Standards for Accessible Design
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California Air Resources Board Emissions Standards Compliant
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Buy America Compliant

*Range calculations based on WVU 5-Peak cycle at 76-88° F with 113kWh Proterra battery and installed bus body. Operating efficiency will vary with route conditions, vehicle configuration, ambient temperature, driving habits, etc.

Optimal LFe

The world's first all-electric low-floor shuttle bus

20

Max Passengers

3

Mobility Aid Positions

125+

Miles of Range

2 Hours

To Full Charge with Optional DC

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*Range calculations based on WVU 5-Peak cycle at 76-88° F with 113kWh Proterra battery and installed bus body. Operating efficiency will vary with route conditions, vehicle configuration, ambient temperature, driving habits, etc.

Optimal LFg

The First TRUE Low-Floor Gas Shuttle Bus

22

Max Passengers

3

Mobility Aid Positions

Gasoline

Fuel Type

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Optimal E1

Best-in-class battery-electric cutaway chassis

30%

Gradeability

158-inch / 176-inch

Wheelbase Options

125+

Miles of Range

2 Hours

To Full Charge with Optional DC

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*Range calculations based on WVU 5-Peak cycle at 76-88° F with 113kWh Proterra battery and installed bus body. Operating efficiency will vary with route conditions, vehicle configuration, ambient temperature, driving habits, etc.

Optimal Repowers

Best-in-class repower performance, safety, and conversion process

2018-2023

Model Year Availability

Extended Life Span

By Repowering Existing Vehicles

125+

Miles of Range

2 Hours

To Full Charge with Optional DC

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*Range calculations based on WVU 5-Peak cycle at 76-88° F with 113kWh Proterra battery and installed bus body. Operating efficiency will vary with route conditions, vehicle configuration, ambient temperature, driving habits, etc.

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