SAINT-EUSTACHE, QC – Technology – In a major step forward for sustainable transportation across Canada, Nova Bus has announced that its LFSe+ 100% electric bus is now fully compliant with the latest SAE J3105_202305 charging standard, setting a new benchmark for transit electrification and urban mobility innovation.
The achievement positions Nova Bus—part of the Volvo Group—as a key player in the Canadian and North American transition toward low-emission, energy-efficient public transportation. This development is especially relevant for municipalities like Thunder Bay, where the long-term shift away from fossil-fuel-powered transit is a vital part of local climate action strategies.
What This Means for Cities Like Thunder Bay
The LFSe+ electric bus brings next-generation performance, safety, and operational efficiency. For local transit operators, this translates into:
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Hands-free, automated charging using inverted pantograph systems (no driver involvement required)
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Seamless integration with both legacy and new charging infrastructure
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Automatic recharge restart after power outages
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Long-range capability designed for Canadian climates and urban routes
This compliance ensures greater compatibility and reliability—key concerns for municipalities managing aging fleets and limited budgets.
“At Nova Bus, we are proud to support the transition to sustainable mobility,” said Paul Le Houillier, President of Nova Bus. “Our 100% electric LFSe+ is designed to meet the real-world needs of transit authorities while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing urban livability.”
About the SAE J3105_202305 Standard
This updated global charging protocol, developed by SAE International, establishes the technical framework for conductive charging via overhead infrastructure—allowing for safer and more consistent electric bus charging across brands and systems. Compliance with this standard is rapidly becoming a baseline requirement for electric transit funding and procurement across North America.
Nova Bus and the Green Economy
As Thunder Bay and other cities in Northern Ontario develop long-term climate strategies, investments in green transit—especially those supported by federal and provincial green infrastructure funds—will depend on proven, compliant technologies like Nova Bus’ LFSe+.
The company’s efforts contribute directly to:
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Reduced transportation emissions
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Cleaner air in urban centres
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Expanded electrification infrastructure
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Job creation in the Canadian clean tech sector
