Vancouver-based bus manufacturer launches all-electric school bus

A purpose-built all-electric school bus is seen in the street in Vancouver, Canada. Oct. 5, 2017. A Vancouver-based bus manufacturer, GreenPower Motor Company, is hitting the commercial vehicles market by launching its first purpose-built all-electric school bus to the city. The bus called "Synapse 72" can seat up to 72 students with maximum range of about 200 kilometres in one charge. (Xinhua/Liang Sen)