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flag Maryland expands electric school bus fleet amid challenges with costs, charging, and cold-weather performance.

flag Maryland is expanding its electric school bus fleet with state and federal funding, aiming to reduce emissions and improve student health, though challenges persist including high costs, limited charging infrastructure, and technical failures. flag A 2024 report found over 280 operational failures between 2022 and 2024, with delayed repairs averaging 13 days. flag Cold weather reduces battery efficiency by nearly half, forcing route adjustments. flag While some counties report issues, others note problems are within expected ranges for new technology. flag Federal tax credits are phasing out under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, sparking concern over long-term viability despite ongoing support for clean energy transitions.

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