Livermore, CA — GILLIG LLC, the leading manufacturer of heavy-duty transit buses in the United States, proudly announces that it will partner with more than 48 communities nationwide through the Federal Transit Administration’s (FTA) Low- and No-Emission (Low-No) Vehicle grant program. These partnerships represent 65% of all awards designated for heavy-duty transit vehicles, highlighting GILLIG’s pivotal role in advancing clean-energy public transit solutions.

This year, the FTA awarded approximately $1.5 billion to support 117 projects across 47 states, with 74 projects aimed at improving the emissions of heavy-duty transit vehicles. This significant level of funding was made possible by the 2021 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law which provided nearly $5 billion of funding in the past three years. The Low-No Emissions program supports the transition towards greater sustainability by providing resources to replace, rehabilitate and purchase low and zero emission buses, as well as building the necessary infrastructure and workforce development needed to support that transition.

The inclusion of GILLIG as a partner in a majority of these projects underscores the company’s leadership in providing innovative, sustainable transit solutions across a wide range of unique duty cycles around the country. “We are thrilled to be the trusted partner for these communities as they make transformative investments in their transit systems,” said Bill Fay, GILLIG’s Vice President of Sales. “Our commitment to quality and reliability has made GILLIG a cornerstone of the public transit sector. This funding empowers our customers to drive America forward to a more sustainable and connected future alongside GILLIG.”

GILLIG’s diverse range of low and zero-emission buses ensures that every transit agency can select the optimal solution to meet their specific needs. Built on GILLIG’s proven Low-Floor platform, all models offer seamless fleet integration, ease of maintenance, and shared common parts across different propulsion types. This platform allows the best of transit technology to be driven forward with unmatched reliability, ensuring that every GILLIG bus meets the rigorous quality standards for which the company is known.

Whether implementing CNG, Hybrid-Electric, Battery Electric, or Hydrogen Fuel Cell buses, GILLIG has the proven product performance and long-standing expertise to support fleets nationwide as they thoughtfully transition to lower emissions. This comprehensive approach helps agencies maintain their service levels and performance, staying true to the core mission of transit: connecting communities.

About GILLIG: GILLIG is a leading manufacturer of heavy-duty transit buses in the United States. Founded in 1890, GILLIG has built a reputation for unmatched quality, reliability, and customer service. Out of commitment to their mission of building buses that connect communities, eliminate congestion, and contribute to a greener environment, GILLIG offers heavy-duty buses with a variety of styles and propulsion types, providing high-quality transit solutions that offer the flexibility to fit every fleet and that improve the quality of life in the communities they serve.